Diamond Turning Operator

Edmund Optics is a leading supplier of optical components, designing and manufacturing a wide array of multi-element lenses, lens coatings, imaging systems, and opto-mechanical equipment. Recently voted #1 Preferred Supplier of Optical Components in the US by Readex Research, we are proud to assist customers in a wide variety of applications from medical devices to inspection systems to laboratory research.  While Edmund Optics is well known for its catalog, we offer much more to customers, including a wide array of engineering and manufacturing services. Our worldwide presence in the United States, Japan, China, Germany, Korea, the United Kingdom and Singapore allows us to service a global audience with local support and languages.  Edmund Optics remains focused on providing our customers with the largest selection and inventory of optical components in the world, along with quick delivery and outstanding technical support.  We invite you to learn more about our dynamic company and culture online at: www.edmundoptics.com.

Essential Functions:

• Setup and adjust of DMG/Diamond turning machines from supplied data with minimal supervision
• Optimize and develop processes with manufacturing engineering support
• Install all required tooling from tooling data and setup instructions
• Make minor program and tool offset changes as needed
• Communicate all changes of setup and program to Process Engineer
• Use complex measuring equipment to measure parts accurately
• Become proficient in other manufacturing equipment to serve as backup to primary operator(s)
• Participate in 5S activities which include but are not limited to cleaning, organizing, sweeping, and mopping work area
• Maintain equipment

• Other duties as assigned
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulation

Qualifications:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems
• Proficient in G-Code and M-Code programming; CADCAM proficiency is a plus
• Proficient in geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Knowledge of testing and inspection methods and equipment
• General computer skills

Education/Experience:

• 5+ years work experience as SPDT Operator

Physical Requirements:

Adequate manual dexterity to perform essential functions; ability to use some physical efforts in the handling of heavy materials and machinery (most tasks require no more than 50 lbs. lifting); position requires about 80% standing; ability to work in manufacturing environment.

Other Requirements:

• Work overtime as required.
• US Citizenship or permanent residence required

About the Company
Edmund Optics is a leading supplier of optical components, designing and manufacturing a wide array of multi-element lenses, lens coatings, imaging systems, and opto-mechanical equipment. Recently voted #1 Preferred Supplier of Optical Components in the US by Readex Research, we are proud to assist customers in a wide variety of applications from medical devices to inspection systems to laboratory research.  While Edmund Optics is well known for its catalog, we offer much more to customers, including a wide array of engineering and manufacturing services. Our worldwide presence in the United States, Japan, China, Germany, Korea, the United Kingdom and Singapore allows us to service a global audience with local support and languages.  Edmund Optics remains focused on providing our customers with the largest selection and inventory of optical components in the world, along with quick delivery and outstanding technical support.  We invite you to learn more about our dynamic company and culture online at: www.edmundoptics.com.

Benefits
We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes matching 401k, dental insurance, medical insurance, disability benefits, prescription drug coverage, confidential employee assistance programs, pre-tax accounts for health care, reimbursement for health club costs, life insurance, a vision-care plan, paid company holidays, and tuition reimbursement.  Relocation support available for qualified candidates. 

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Contact Information

Human Resources