TitleQuality Inspector, OpticsDepartmentQuality AssuranceReports toQuality ManagerSEE YOUR CAREER THROUGH A NEW LENS WITH RPO!RPO is a global leader in precision optics, optical components, and optical assemblies. We specialize in a full spectrum of products & services including – Design and Engineering, Systems Integration, Lens Assembly, Visible and Infrared Components, Glass and Plastic Molded Aspheres, and Thin Film Coating. As one of the fastest growing companies in Rochester, RPO offers exciting career paths and work on market-leading programs. See below one of many career opportunities to join to RPO team!Job Summary:The Quality Inspector, Optics position will entail first-piece, FAI, RMA, receiving, in-process and final inspection of products/processes made/performed by outside vendors as well as RPO. This position has emphasis on inspection and review of precision optical and opto-electronic products, components and processes. The inspector may work in a cleanroom environment and low-light areas. There will be long periods of standing while measuring parts and collecting, logging and reporting data.Essential Job Duties:
Perform First Piece, FAI, RMA, Receiving, In-Process and Final Inspection of optical and opto-electronic assembly components, products and processes.
Prioritize workflow and ensure best practices are used in area including shift to shift communication of work completed and in process.
Visual inspection of optical products and components to specified drawings, specifications, plans and standards.
Interferometric / Profilometric inspection of optical products to specified drawings, specifications and standards.
Mechanical inspection of optical/mechanical products and components to specified drawings, specifications and standards.
Run preprogramed parts on the CMM and Smartscope and other programmed devices.
Data collection, logging, reporting.
Communication of any out of tolerance or marginal conditions to appropriate personnel.
Review of material and other certifications and test reports to ensure completeness, correctness and verification to purchasing, drawing and other requirements.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be able to read and understand basic hand inspection tools.
Able to use Microsoft Excel.
Basic computer skills.
Blueprint Reading, GD&T Preferred.
Optical component/assembly inspection experience.
Ability to measure optics with interferometer and profilometer preferred.
Familiarity with ISO 10110, MIL-PRF-13830 and other similar standards preferred
Ability to work with a great deal of independence.
Good team player.
Abilities Required:
Good manual dexterity
Ability to follow directions
Good communication skills
Blueprint Reading
Good Multi-tasking skills
Basic Computer skills
Requires initiative and mental concentration to learn new skills and techniques.
Exercises independent judgment when inspecting parts acceptability for further operations
Requirements and Competencies: Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents. Ability to communicate effectively to team members and management.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
Educational Requirements:
High School diploma. AAS or AS preferred
Minimum of 2 years in a quality position or related field
Additional Requirements:
Pursuant to ITAR, EAR, and other export compliance laws and regulations, applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons as defined by U.S. law, i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents ("Green Card" holders), persons granted refugee status or asylum status in the United States, or temporary residents granted amnesty.
Work Requirements:Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand: use hands to fingers, handle or feel: and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch: and talk and hear.
The job may involve prolong periods of sitting/standing.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and see colors. May involve prolonged periods of magnified inspection (eye strain)
Highly repetitive work, usually in a fixed body position for a sustained period of time.
Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp.
The employee is frequently required to use the computer.
Work Environment:
May involve the use of oils and solvents.
Subject to some soilage and irritation from cleaning solutions. (Lab Coats provided)
Generally works in a clean environment and works to maintain the environment as such.
Safety Glasses are required
May require area specific safety training
This position works in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne paper particles.
May be exposed to conditions prevalent in a manufacturing environment such as heat and humidity.
May work at different workstations as production needs require, or shifts from one station to another, during the production process.
Travel:
This position may require a minimum amount of travel (Domestic & International) with the understanding that travel is absolutely required when market urgencies and opportunities arise.
Schedule flexibility is required.
Compensation & Benefits:RPO offers highly competitive, total compensation packages linked directly to employee’s professional experience. RPO’s benefits include: Tuition Reimbursement Program, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 9 paid holidays, generous paid vacation and sick time and a 401(k) plan after a 60-day waiting period. Additionally, we work a 4/10 work week that provides for every Friday as a non-work day.Disclaimer:This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Rochester Precision Optics is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.RPO offers a competitive work life balance with a 4/10 work week!