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Optical Assembly Technician (1st Shift)Location: Middlefield, CT, US, 06455 Business Unit: ZygoAt Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. We are seeking an Optical Assembly Technician to join our Laser Tubes manufacturing team.As an Optical Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for performing accurate assembly and test of laser tubes and components as follows:Perform accurate optomechanical and electromechanical assembly and test of laser tubes and components using precision tooling and fixturing, ensuring components fit and function as intended.Document work performed with extreme attention to detail, including the ability to identify irregularities and ability to meet precise quality and performance requirements.Follow detailed manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and quality standards and execute assembly/test work with consistency and accuracy.Collaborate with engineering, supervision and peers to provide clear feedback on build progress, issues encountered and test results, and to support process development, validation, and continuous improvement.Ability to handle delicate glass assemblies.Maintain cleanroom protocols and ensure contamination control during all assembly processes.Ability to read optical drawings and bills of materials.Maintain traceability of components and assemblies.Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.Maintain required training certifications and adhere to safety and quality standards, including protocols pertaining to ovens, gases and burn in work stations.Required Skills and Competencies:High School Diploma or GED3-5 years of hands-on production manufacturing/operationsSolid mathematical aptitudeAbility to read and interpret technical documentation, including Bill of Material (BOM), schematics, drawings and build procedures.Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail to handle delicate optical components.Collaborative team player with a focus on problem-solvingAbility to work independently and to be flexible/adaptable with shifting priorities.Organized, conscientious and focused.Basic computer skills for data entry, documentation, and communicationCapable to lift up to 20 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time.Driven to achieve with a commitment to quality with a safety-first mindset.Preferred Skills and Experience:Experience in manufacturing precision optical or laser-based instruments.Experience working in a Clean Room environment (ISO Class 7 or better preferred).Knowledge of optical principles, precision alignments, optical testing, and troubleshooting.Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing. Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!
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middlefield, CT, 06455, US
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