A Day in Your Life at MKS:
As an Optics Assembler 2 at MKS Inc., you will partner with Operations to assemble various optical systems. In this role, you will report to the Production Manager for the Optical Filters Business Unit.

You Will Make an Impact By:

Assembling, installing and aligning optical components in various optical systems, e.g., collimators, telescopes, variable cells which contain optics
Applying some engineering principles, as well as optical knowledge and skills, in the production of the end product
Producing technically complex opto-mechanical assemblies, subsystems, and instruments which meet specification requirements
Working from drawings and optical data sheets on any assemblies, making any necessary set-ups for adjusting, assembling, testing, and using test instruments (including interferometers)
Using various bonding techniques involving the bonding of metal to metal, glass to glass and metal to glass
Using various measuring tools, e.g., indicators, micrometers, dial indicators, depth micrometer, etc.
No travel is required.

Skills You Bring:

1+ year of related experience required
Requires production experience with vocational instruction in opto-mechanical assembly, reading, writing, and arithmetic skills, ability to work from established drawings and optical data sheets and experience with measuring tools

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time
Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination
Occasionally moves/positions objects up to 25 pounds
Ability to remain in a stationary position for 75% of the time
Frequently positions self to perform tasks and positions objects below, at, and above shoulder level
Regularly requires manual dexterity and coordination of objects below, at and above shoulder level
Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
Must be able to exchange accurate information
Operates in a [professional office and/or laboratory/manufacturing] environment
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards including handling mechanical and electrical hardware, high voltage, gas, water, and heat
Noise level in the work environment is usually average

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $16.70 - 27.83 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.

Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].

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Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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