Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Position Summary The Senior Glass CNC Machinist is responsible for programming, setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC equipment used in the precision machining of glass and optical components. This r…
Skills: CNC Machining, Optical Glass Machining, CNC Programming, GD&T, Precision Measurement
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$27/hr
Position Summary Responsible for building maintenance and property cleanliness. The Maintenance Technician will ensure safe, clean, and sanitary housing, grounds, common areas, and office environments for the properties.…
Skills: Building maintenance, Carpentry, Painting, Plumbing, Electrical repair
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Position Summary The Clean Room Specialist is responsible for performing precision cleaning, handling, inspection, assembly support, packaging, and contamination control of optical components and assemblies in a controll…
Skills: Clean room protocols, Contamination control, Optical component handling, Microscope operation, Precision inspection
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
$60k–$80k/yr
Job summary: To provide engineering and development support to ensure the most economical and feasible methods are utilized for each project. Responsible for collaborating with manufacturing, quality and engineering depa…
Skills: Lean Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality Control, CAD, Microsoft Office
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: Conduct Quality Assurance audits and routine checks, tests, gauging and instrument inspections of materials, work in process and finished product. Assure company and product standards are maintained and prod…
Skills: Quality Assurance, Auditing, GD&T, Blueprint Reading, First Article Inspection
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: We are seeking an Optical Systems Automation Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated systems for optical alignment, calibration, and test of imaging and optical assemblies. This role bridges op…
Skills: Optical alignment, Automation software, Python, C++, LabVIEW
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Position Summary: Syntec Optics is seeking a Business Development Engineer to drive growth by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities within the precision optics and photonics markets. This role …
Skills: Optical manufacturing, Technical sales, Business development, Optical engineering, Mechanical engineering
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
$60k–$80k/yr
Job summary: To provide engineering and development support to ensure the most economical and feasible methods are utilized for each project. Responsible for collaborating with manufacturing, quality and engineering depa…
Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Quality Control, CAD, Microsoft Office
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: Support Sales (a.k.a. Business Development) team on new RFQ opportunities. Is also responsible for preparing quotes when requested, for existing customer base. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Particip…
Skills: Sales support, Quoting, Business development, Communication, Relationship building
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: Person will be responsible for all shipping and receiving activities, management of finished goods, customer overrun inventory and packaging supplies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Forward da…
Skills: Shipping, Receiving, Inventory Management, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$26/hr
Job Summary: Effectively plans and implements workload for assigned orders ensuring parts, materials and manpower are available for the production floor to perform the work. Provides other support to production and opera…
Skills: Production management, Team leadership, Molding operations, ERP software, Quality control
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: The Coating Engineer provides engineering support for vacuum thin-film coating processes used in the manufacturing of optical components. This role working closely with other engineers and manufacturing staf…
Skills: Vacuum thin-film coating, PVD optical coating, Optical measurement, Spectrophotometry, High vacuum technology
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
The Tool Maker is responsible for designing, building, maintaining, and repairing precision tooling, fixtures, and molds used in the manufacturing of optical and precision components. This role supports production effici…
Skills: Tool making, Precision machining, CNC machining, Milling, Turning
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: Working from given instructions, will load programs into the controller, review the program and do intermediate setup of machine tools through first piece inspection approval. Essential Duties and Responsibi…
Skills: Machine operation, Lathes, Mills, GD&T, Shop math
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: The Mold Technician is responsible for designing, building, repairing, and maintaining molds used in manufacturing processes. This role requires expertise in working with metal, plastic, or composite molds, …
Skills: Mold making, CNC machining, Blueprint reading, CAD, Tool and die
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: The Senior CMM Programmer is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and validation of complex CMM programs for precision measurement of intricate geometries. This role serves as a technical a…
Skills: CMM Programming, Metrology, GD&T, PC-DMIS, Calypso
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
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Skills: Production scheduling, Resource planning, ERP systems, Manufacturing processes, Supply chain management
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$26/hr
Job Summary: Will be responsible for production of low and high-volume production jobs. These jobs have tight tolerance and are complex in nature. The employee will train under close supervision of qualified operators. E…
Skills: Optical manufacturing, Metrology equipment, Visual inspection, Machine operation, Precision manufacturing
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$35/hr
Job summary: Perform highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety regulations. Perform building and grounds maintenance as directed. Maint…
Skills: Equipment maintenance, Troubleshooting, Electrical systems, Mechanical repair, Preventative maintenance
Rochester, New York, United States · On-site
Job Summary: Performs repetitive workstation or line assembly operations to mass-produce components or to assemble those components: Follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits to ensure production is as e…
Skills: Injection molding, Machine operation, Visual inspection, Production reporting, Data entry
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The Senior Glass CNC Machinist is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating CNC equipment to manufacture precision optical components. This role also involves mentoring staff, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring all products meet stringent quality and dimensional standards.
Candidates must have at least 7 years of CNC machining experience, preferably with optical glass or brittle materials. Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, GD&T, and using precision measuring equipment is required.
The Senior Glass CNC Machinist is responsible for programming, setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC equipment used in the precision machining of glass and optical components. This role serves as a technical resource within the department by mentoring machinists, improving manufacturing processes, creating work instructions, and ensuring products meet stringent optical quality and dimensional requirements.
• Set up and operate CNC equipment used to machine optical glass components.
• Edit and optimize CNC programs to improve cycle times, quality, and efficiency.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work orders, and process documentation.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and first-piece inspections.
• Manufacture components to tight dimensional and cosmetic tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and improve machining processes for new and existing products.
• Create and maintain work instructions, setup sheets, and machining documentation.
• Work closely with Engineering to support new product introductions and process development.
• Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Monitor machine performance and perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Train and mentor CNC machinists and operators on best practices.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate production records and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality, Planning, and Manufacturing teams to meet production schedules.
• Ensure compliance with ISO quality standards and all safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree or CNC machining certification preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of CNC machining experience, preferably machining optical glass or brittle materials.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC equipment preferred.
• Experience in precision manufacturing or optics industry strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with CNC programming software.
• Advanced knowledge of CNC machining principles.
• Experience machining optical glass, fused silica, sapphire, ceramics, or similar materials.
• Strong understanding of feeds, speeds, tooling, and grinding parameters.
• Ability to optimize machining processes and reduce scrap.
• Knowledge of precision inspection equipment including micrometers, indicators, comparators, and optical measurement systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent use of hands and precision tools.
• Ability to distinguish fine visual details.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment and wear required PPE.
American Optics & Photonics Manufacturing Company
Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) is an American optics and photonics manufacturing company located in Rochester, NY. The company develops, manufactures, and assembles custom optical solutions for defense & security, medical, and virtual reality applications. The company was originally started as Syntec in 1981. In 1997 Boston-based entrepreneur Al Kapoor started acquiring Syntec with its other affiliates and founded Syntec Optics. Its customers include leading multinationals, innovative defense contractors, and pioneering start-ups. Syntec Optics pioneered polymer optics that allowed plastics to replace glass as an effective, bio-compatible, and less expensive solution for optics. New nano-technology techniques like HRDT (High Refraction Diamond Turning) for newly invented highly engineered resins further enabled radical innovations that led to a dramatic reduction in product costs - as high as 50% in some cases. In 2016, the White House declared Optics and Photonics as America’s competitive advantage globally. Syntec Optics was a key partner of the team invited for the new Rochester, NY Photonics Institute announcement at the White House led by the Research Foundation of the State University of New York (RF SUNY). Syntec Optics has created hundreds of new jobs in Rochester, NY. Syntec Optics has become North America’s largest polymer optics assembly and opto-mechanical component provider. Renovation and development of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility of more than 85,000 sq. ft. in size, built on over 7 acres of land, has allowed co-location of its polymer optics and optics assembly division with its optical mold, diamond turning optics, and optical coating division. Syntec’s affiliated opto-mechanicals division, called Wordingham Technologies, has also co-located. Offerings from all divisions are combined at the same location in the City of Rochester, NY, to make plastic optics assemblies for the full light spectrum.
Offices: 515 Lee Road,, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Syntec Optics (Building 2A), 515 Lee Road, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Wordingham Technologies (Building 1B), 515 Lee Road, Rochester, NY 14606, US · Syntec Optics, 1001 Bayhill Drive 2nd Floor, San Bruno, CA 94066, US
