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POSITION SUMMARY

Operates the spectrophotometers; interferometers; uses other test equipment to evaluate optical components; documents information; maintains equipment and area. This job position requires compliance with ITAR Regulations. Therefore, certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates the spectrophotometers, interferometer, and Photothermal Common Path Interferometer (PCI), Extinction Ratio Test Setup, Burn in Tester

• Interprets optical trace measurement information

• Analyzes measurement results to determine if manufactured optics adhere to specifications

• Communicates trace results to QC employees

• Operates other test equipment to evaluate optical components

• Assists with R & D measurements using spectrophotometers and laser-damage measurement equipment

• Uses computer for entering received products

• Assists in equipment and area maintenance

• Assists in training other employees

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Quality department supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Analyze and problem-solve

• Meet production flow requirements

• Document materials accurately

• Demonstrate and practice a detail-oriented approach to work

• Read, interpret, and understand inventory material part numbers, and traces

• Manage time efficiently

• Work without direct supervision

• Computer literate in Windows Operating System, Office Products, specifically Excel spreadsheets

CREDENITALS AND EXPERIENCE

• Job experience or education of at least two years in an engineering or science-related field

• (Preferred) Technical training of at least one year in the optical field with training in the use of spectrophotometers, interferometers, or the equivalent in work experience with the use of spectrophotometers or interferometers

• (Preferred) One-year quality inspection experience

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work extended hours when necessary

• Willing to work weekends when necessary

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS

• Visually distinguish between coated and uncoated optics

• Visually identify surface defects on optics

• Visually determine and differentiate between colors

• Perform legible written communication

• Manipulate optics into and out of fixtures and spindles

• Efficiently transport fragile materials within that area or to other departments

• Bend as is necessary for lifting from waist, knees, and neck to inspect optics, operate testing equipment, and maintain work area

• Lift optics for inspecting, cleaning, testing, packaging, and restocking (up to 20 lb.)

• Exposure to minimal fumes from acetic acid, alcohol, epoxies and chemicals

• Protective gloves and finger cots are worn to prevent over-exposure of skin to chemicals

PHYSICAL CLASSIFICATION OF JOB

Light Work: The ability to lift up to twenty pounds occasionally or up to ten pounds frequently to

perform the primary tasks, however, occasionally the Technician works with very large optics or bottles

of liquid which may weigh up to fifty pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible

amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree or when it

involves sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing and pulling with arms or legs or both.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws (Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled).

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Job Family: Research and Development

Business Unit: CVI