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Optics Machining Technician

G&H (Gooch & Housego), Highland Heights, OH, United States


About Us
G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications.

Job Type
Full-time

Optics Inspection Machining Technician
LOCATION: CLEVELAND (OH, US)

Job Description
The individual hired for this position will learn and become proficient in machining, handling, inspecting, and cleaning small optics. Optics machining technicians are responsible for operating optics finishing machines in a production environment and maintaining equipment. Handling, inspecting, cleaning, fixture loading, and spin‑coating small optics. Optics inspection technicians are responsible for inspecting and coating small optics in a production environment.

Job Responsibilities

Run CNC equipment

Perform quality checks and adjust cutting parameters to obtain optimum machine performance

Maintain equipment

Perform product inspections

Meet production schedules

Process necessary production logs and tracking

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Inspect optical surfaces according to Mil‑Spec standards

Clean, handle, and load optical substrates into coating fixtures

Use optical inspection equipment such as eye loupe and microscope

Assist with cleaning and inspection of optics in other departments as needed

Mix coating solutions and deposit spin‑coatings onto optics

Work with others to meet production schedules

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required

2+ years machining experience or equivalent technical training

Machine operation and maintenance

Fine motor skills and hand‑eye coordination

Highly motivated and able to work independently

Strong attention to detail

Ability to solve basic math problems

Ability to maintain precision tolerances

Use of measuring devices and inspection equipment

Optical inspection experience is a plus

How To Apply
Resumes should be sent to

cthomas@gandh.com

with "OPTICS MACHINING TECHNICIAN" in the subject line.

Additional Notes
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role. Therefore, this job description does not describe any individual role holder. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their line manager.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunity or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.

Please note that this position will involve having access to items and technical data that may be controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations ("U.S. Export Control Laws"), including but not limited to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). To comply with the U.S. Export Control Laws, G&H must assess whether candidates are "U.S. persons" as defined under the EAR (15 C.F.R. Part 772) and the ITAR (22 C.F.R. 120.15). Certain questions asked during the application process are intended to assess this and will be used for compliance purposes only.

Salary Description
$25 to $30 hourly

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