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<p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">ENABLE your future through light. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors. </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL. </span></span><br> </p> <p>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. </p> <p> </p> <p>Main Responsibilities:</p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>Perform optical assembly/alignment techniques, adhesive dispensing and curing, shimming techniques, experience with lasers, electrostatic discharge training, and use of torque-limiting tools is a plus. </li> <li>Assemble basic opto-mechanical subassemblies, following written procedures and completing all relevant paperwork.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Assist Engineering and suggest changes that may be needed</li> <li>Ability to perform Optical Metrology measurements (surface figure, transmitted wavefront error, extinction ratio, dimensional and angle, and others) using both hand and computer-operated tools</li> <li>Ensure compliance with established specifications.</li> <li>Understanding of material handling practices in a cleanroom environment.</li> <li>Follow proper cleanroom practices and protocols.</li> <li>Keep the assembly department and surrounding areas clean and free of contaminants.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Checks work before signing off on completion. </li> <li>Turns off equipment and places tools, components, and paperwork in designated storage locations before leaving the area.</li> <li>Use of computers as well as record information on the process sheets correctly. </li> <li>Schedule-minded: Willing to occasionally work overtime or off-shifts to support the shipment schedule.</li> <li>Recommends procedural improvements to management</li> <li>Work in a clean room Class 5 environment with proper PPE</li> <li>Performs other duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li>3-5 years of experience in manufacturing in an assembly department preferred</li> <li>High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.</li> <li>Manual Dexterity</li> <li>Fine motor control, good hand-eye coordination; feel for handling sensitive optics and preserving finished surfaces.</li> <li>Able to follow detailed instructions without variance.</li> <li>Understanding of and familiarity with basic computer usage under the Windows operating system, including the Office suite of programs.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Benefits start day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, PAID Maternity/Paternity leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Long-term and Short-term disability.</p> <p>Pay Range: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experience.</p> <p> </p> <p>Our facility in Boulder, Colorado, has key functions in Research and Development, Operations, Production, and other disciplines. This facility specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-precision optical components, optical thin film coatings, and optical sub-assemblies for demanding applications in lasers, materials processing, instrumentation, life sciences, avionics, and defense.</p> <p>This site offers capabilities that include substantial design and engineering resources, comprehensive optical fabrication and coating capabilities, advanced assembly technology, and an extensive in-house metrology lab.</p> <p> </p> <div id="tor__fextListingLayout_readOnlyDiv"> <div id="tor__fextListingLayout_content"> <p><span style="color:white">#LI-FM1</span></p> <p><span style="color:white">#LI-Onsite</span></p> </div> </div><p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer <br> Minorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Excelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team! 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