Electron Microscopy Technologies (EMT) is the world leading manufacturer of high-quality instrumentation and software for imaging and analysis in TEM and SEM applications. The Gatan and EDAX names are recognized and respected throughout the worldwide scientific community and has been synonymous with high quality products and the industry’s leading technology.

Position Summary:

As the Optics Assembler you will join our Optics Department, inspecting, assembling, and testing optical components and imaging sensor assemblies. Working within a small team, you will be responsible for manufacturing high-quality, precision devices in a clean production environment.

The Optics Assembler will:

• Ability to handle delicate parts and assist with the cleaning and packing of parts and material.

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.

• Experience with metrology and inspection tools to test and inspect optical components for accuracy and quality.

• Ability to follow direction and coaching from others with minimal supervision.

• Characterize, measure, track and positively influence variables that are associated with assigned production processes.

• Maintain updated documentation of process OMS that incorporate best practices, eliminate safety concerns while maintaining a cleanroom integrity.

• Work with other team members in establishing WIP metrics, monitoring performance, and improving yields associated with assigned processes.

• Assemble close tolerance parts that may have unusual shapes and may require specialized joining techniques such as gluing, potting, pressing, soldering, and spot welding.

• May perform adjustments and calibrations requiring the use of hand tools, small power tools, precision measuring devices, and other specialized equipment including, but not limited to, arbor presses, vacuum test equipment, optical microscopes, electronic testing fixtures, and digital multi-meters.

• Completes required paperwork according to established procedures.

• Assembler level 3 assists with the training of less experienced personnel.

  
  

Optics Assembler Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 3-6 years of previous experience in a manufacturing or technical environment required.

• Ability to take direction from lead and supervisor to complete assigned tasks with a high degree of quality and accuracy.

• Ability to communicate information clearly and directly to colleagues and supervisors both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, work in a team environment, and deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.

• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges

  
  

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constantly stand and walk throughout the workday.

• Frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material.

• Will be required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on an occasional basis.

• Will require specific vision abilities that include close vision; distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• May be required to utilize a stereo microscope on a regular basis to perform assembly and/or inspection tasks.

• May be required to lift up to 65lbs periodically with assistance as needed.

• Will be required to handle and utilize various cleaning solvents on a routine basis.

• Will be required to handle and utilize to various adhesives and sealants on a routine basis.

• Will be required to handle and utilize liquid nitrogen on a periodic basis.

• Will be required to operate heat producing devices such as a soldering iron and convection oven.

• May be required to operate and / or test devices capable of producing high voltages.

• May be exposed to x-ray producing equipment (Transmission Electron Microscopes) on a limited basis.