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19 days ago by Ametek
  • $40,000 Annually
  • Rochester, NY, US
  • Full-time
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Precision Assembler role in Rochester, NY, supporting Navitar (an AMETEK business) by assembling and testing interferometer/optical products to exacting safety and quality standards. You’ll run functional and optical tests with precision metrology tools, follow detailed work instructions, and maintain cleanroom contamination controls. Standout perk: competitive benefits plus 401(k) and paid time off.

Key skills
Precision assembly of optical componentsFunctional and optical testing of interferometersPrecision metrology toolsReading BOMs, schematics, and optical layoutsCleanroom protocols and contamination control (ISO Class 7 preferred)Root cause analysis and corrective actionsProcess development/validation support with engineeringDetailed documentation and component traceabilityBasic computer skills (data entry/documentation)High school diploma or GED
Pays $40,000–$65,000 USD annually (hourly role), depending on experience and qualifications.
You'll thrive here if you’re a detail-obsessed, safety-first hands-on assembler who can follow precise procedures, handle delicate optical components, and collaborate with engineering to solve production issues.
Why apply
  • Competitive benefits, 401(k), paid time off
  • Work on precision optical instruments
  • Collaborate with engineering on improvements
Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. We are seeking a Precision Assembler to join our Operations team in Rochester, NY. Bring your passion and commitment to Navitar, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Perform functional and optical testing of interferometers using precision metrology tools.
  • Follow detailed manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and quality standards.
  • Maintain cleanroom protocols and ensure contamination control during all assembly processes.
  • Collaborate with engineering to support process development, validation, and continuous improvement.
  • Document work performed with extreme attention to detail.
  • Maintain traceability of components and assemblies.
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
  • Maintain required training certifications and adhere to safety and quality.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 3-5 years of hands-on production manufacturing/operations
  • Solid mathematical aptitude
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including Bill of Material (BOM), schematics and optical layouts
  • Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail to handle delicate optical components
  • Collaborative team player with a focus on problem-solving
  • Ability to work independently and to be flexible/adaptable with shifting priorities
  • Organized, conscientious and focused
  • Basic computer skills for data entry, documentation, and communication
  • Capable to lift up to 20 lbs. and standing for extended periods of time
  • Driven to achieve with a commitment to quality with a safety-first mindset

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience in manufacturing precision optical or laser-based instruments
  • Experience working in a Clean Room environment (ISO Class 7 or better preferred)
  • Knowledge of interferometry principles, optical testing, and troubleshooting

Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k) and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.

*Due to the nature of Navitar programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 40,000

Salary Maximum: 65,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.

Nearest Major Market: Rochester

Reference: 25765_531579715-3dadf21f2c62ebdd1512c1d6040daad7·Original posting
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