An Optical Technician is needed for a manufacturing company considered one of the world's leading innovators in materials science in the Fairport, NY area. This role involves performing precision optical polarization measurements on lenses in a cleanroom environment using specialized metrology equipment, requiring strong hands-on skills, optical alignment experience, and data analysis capabilities.
location: Fairport, New York
job type: Contract
salary: $25 - 30 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: High School
responsibilities:
- Perform polarization and retardance measurements on individual lenses using the "Leopard" metrology station.
- Operate in a molecular cleanroom environment.
- Handle and align delicate optical components without causing damage.
- Align components on a rotation stage using mechanical indicators.
- Utilize custom instrumentation and analysis software for measurement tasks.
- strong hands-on skills working with fragile and precision equipment.
- Familiarity with optical testing tools such as interferometers, spectrometers, lasers, and detectors.
- Experience aligning optical systems and centering components to tight tolerances is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- strong observational and analytical skills to detect anomalies.
- Ability to work independently following training.
- High school diploma or GED required (with relevant experience).
- Associate's degree preferred.
- 2-3 years of experience in optics or manufacturing preferred.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: High School
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
