OEM Manufacturing Technician, Level I

Horiba Instruments Inc

. Clean and assemble high-precision optical and mechanical components, including spectrometers, diffraction gratings, miniaturized motor assemblies, ESD-sensitive opto-sensors, and electronics boards, following work instructions .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timePiscataway • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fine optical alignment and mechanical assembly of electro-mechanical and optical sub-assemblies, while adhering to strict ESD and cleanroom policies. Proficient in using automated software for testing and recording performance metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Optical AlignmentMechanical AssemblyElectronics HandlingESD ComplianceCAD Drawing Interpretation

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Hard Skills

Optical AlignmentMechanical AssemblyElectronics HandlingTest Equipment OptimizationTraceability RecordingBill of Materials IdentificationFine Assembly TechniquesSmall Machine OperationEpoxy Resin ApplicationGlue Application

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam CollaborationVerbal Instruction ComprehensionWritten Procedure Adherence

Tools & Technologies

Automated SoftwarePCExcelCustomer Software

Industry Keywords

Optical ComponentsMechanical ComponentsCleanroom PoliciesESD-Sensitive DevicesSpectrometer Manufacturing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Clean and assemble high-precision optical and mechanical components, including spectrometers, diffraction gratings, miniaturized motor assemblies, ESD-sensitive opto-sensors, and electronics boards, following work instructions
Use epoxy resins, glues, and small machines
Package fragile and heavy parts
Perform precise optical alignments in spectrometer manufacturing
Optimize and test using automated software and test equipment
Use a PC, Excel, and customer software to record traceability and pass/fail performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Able to work in a team environment
Must be able to perform fine optical alignments
Attention to details required
Able to lift heavy equipment
Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures/work instructions
Able to understand and follow verbal instructions
Must adhere to strict ESD and cleanroom policies
Skillful in optical alignment
Good background in electronics and small parts handling
Ability to read CAD drawings
Ability to identify parts using a Bill of Materials
Ability to perform mechanical assembly of electro-mechanical and optical sub-assemblies and devices

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with match
Employee group dental, vision, life, and disability (short and long-term) paid for by the company
Medical insurance
Family dental and vision insurance
Supplemental life insurance available with reasonable employee contributions
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Flexible spending accounts
Educational reimbursement programs
Commuter benefit programs
Reasonable accommodations during the application/hiring process