CNC Generating Technician (Optics)

Location: Wilton, Connecticut, United States; onsite. Compressed schedule: 6:00 PM–6:00 AM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday. Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future and legally authorized to access controlled technology.

Salary: Not specified

Company

hirify.global develops advanced technology and manufactures systems and components for semiconductor manufacturing.

What you will do

• Set up and operate 3/5-axis CNC specialized optical machining centers.
• Assemble cutting tools, install tool-holders, perform tool changes, and adjust offsets for tool wear.
• Manually program CNC controllers, load CAM-generated programs, and generate part programs using Mastercam.
• Read ISO blueprints, measure workpieces, and verify part conformity before and after process changes.
• Document shift activities, communicate irregularities and continuing needs, and coordinate with operators, engineers, management, and other shifts.
• Maintain safe operations while identifying bottlenecks, improving processes, and managing changing priorities.

Requirements

• High school, trade school, or GED required; an associate degree in machining is preferred.
• At least 6 months of experience with CNC machines and equipment used in optical fabrication.
• Intermediate mathematics, computer skills, and familiarity with Windows 10, Microsoft Office, and SAP.
• Experience using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and height gages.
• Ability to read written English work instructions and ISO blueprints, work safely with fragile high-value optics, and communicate clearly.
• Must be able to work onsite in Wilton, work the compressed overnight schedule, and meet United States work authorization and controlled-technology access requirements.

Nice to have

• Associate degree in machining or vocational certification.
• Prior experience with DMG, Hurco, or Siemens controls.
• Manufacturing facility experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional cooperation and support.
• Opportunities to contribute creative ideas and improve products and processes.
• Work takes place in a clean room with required coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, and gloves.
• Physical work may involve ladders, platforms, overhead cranes, fork trucks, chemicals, solvents, polishing slurry, lasers, magnetic fields, and high-voltage equipment.
• May require occasional travel based on business needs.