Assembly Technician

Main Responsibilities

• Perform optical assembly/alignment techniques, adhesive dispensing and curing, shimming techniques, experience with lasers, electro-static discharge training, and use of torque limiting tools a plus.
• Assemble basic opto-mechanical subassemblies, following written procedures and completing all relevant paperwork.
• Perform different bonding techniques using robotic dispensing equipment paying attention to the clearance requirements of moving parts to adjust speed, timing or output, thereby ensuring continuity, quality, and safety.
• Assist Engineering and suggest changes that may be needed.
• Able to perform Optical Metrology measurements (surface figure, transmitted wavefront error, extinction ratio, dimensional and angle, and others) using both hand and computer-operated tools.
• Ensure compliance with established specifications.
• Understanding of material handling practices in a cleanroom environment.
• Follow proper cleanroom practices and protocols.
• Keep assembly department and surrounding areas clean and free of contaminants.
• Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety-conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.
• Checks work before signing off on completion.
• Turns off equipment and places tools, components, and paperwork in designated storage locations before leaving the area.
• Use of computers as well as records information on the process sheets correctly.
• Schedule minded: Willing to occasionally work overtime or off-shifts to support the shipment schedule.
• Recommends procedural improvements to management.
• Work in a clean room Class 5 environment with proper PPE.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing in an assembly department preferred
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Manual Dexterity
• Fine motor control, good hand-eye coordination; feel for handling sensitive optics and preserving finished surfaces.
• Able to follow detailed instructions without variance.
• Understanding of and familiarity with basic computer usage under the Windows operating system including the Office suite of programs.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• PAID Maternity/Paternity leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-term and Short-term disability

Pay

• $20.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Location

• Boulder, CO, US, 80301

About the Role

• We are currently seeking an Assembly Technician to assemble precision optical components and opto-mechanical assemblies, incorporating electronics and mechanical components, for laser systems at both the component and subsystem levels.

Skills

• Experience with lasers
• Electro-static discharge training
• Use of torque limiting tools
• Robotic dispensing equipment
• Optical Metrology measurements
• Material handling practices in a cleanroom environment
• Cleanroom practices and protocols
• Safe work practices and behaviors
• Computer usage under the Windows operating system including the Office suite of programs

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• PAID Maternity/Paternity leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-term and Short-term disability

Pay

• $20.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

• Schedule minded: Willing to occasionally work overtime or off-shifts to support the shipment schedule.