Coating Maintenance Technician

A-SHIFT (7:30am-3:30pm)

Minimum 35 hrs/week; overtime as needed

A unique corporate culture combined with a dynamic work environment

Optimax has lenses throughout the Universe! We build the optics behind the latest breakthrough technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics, leveraging our optics manufacturing technology for programs that benefit humankind and projects that defend our freedom. Our unique corporate culture of teamwork, innovation, and agility provides a dynamic work environment. We are looking for individuals that are committed to lifelong learning and creating value through their hard work.

Job Summary and Essential Job Duties:

Responsible for maintaining machinery related to the production of thin film coatings on optics in a cleanroom environment. Performs scheduled equipment maintenance, machine installations, upgrades and repairs. Analyzes and solves technical maintenance problems. Pending approval of the Maintenance Team Leader, may arrange contracts for vendor services as relates to maintenance activities.

Duties:

• Perform required electrical, plumbing, and mechanical support for the cleanroom facility and production equipment.
• Required to gown up to class 1000 clean room requirements.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production hours.
• Analyze equipment failures; determine cause(s) and make necessary adjustments and repairs.
• Maintain spare parts inventory, storage and organization and ensure spare parts are ordered in a timely manner.
• Writing and performing preventative maintenance procedures using a variety of Microsoft applications and digital photography.
• Constructing and maintaining a PM schedule for all major pieces of equipment in the optical coating department and executing on it. 
• Log projects, repairs and upgrades to aid in communication and future efforts.
• Clean and maintain coating machinery and shop workspace.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specification sheets and schematics.
• Suggest changes to improve process, product, or morale within the company.

Requirements: 

• HS diploma is required.  (AS or BS desirable.)
• Experience in Electrical, Plumbing, fabrication, HVAC repair, and forklift operation are also desired.
• Familiarity with basic Microsoft PC applications are necessary.
• 24-hour on-call duty is desired.
• Ability to work on Ladders and under machinery.
• Ability to lift heavy components into the machinery.
• Ability to follow directions and prioritize with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a challenging, fast paced environment with good time management skills.
• Analytical troubleshooting / problem solving. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Optimax Systems offers highly competitive salary of $22.78-$34.17/hour, a comprehensive benefits package and a flexible work environment. Some of Optimax’s benefits include: Bonus – 25% Monthly Profit Sharing, Advanced Tuition Assistance, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account Employer Match, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 9 paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and a 401(k) plan with an employer match. 

(EEO) Optimax Systems, Inc. must comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) issued by the United States Department of State, Department of Defense Trade Controls. Because of the ITAR, Optimax must limit employment opportunities to US citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Optimax is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Optimax will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. 

If you require an accommodation in order to apply for this position, please call 585-265-1020 and ask for a member of Human Resources