Technical Lead – Optical Polishing

About the role

Excelitas Technologies is seeking a Technical Lead to oversee pre‑polishing and final polishing operations for optical blocks. The role ensures product quality, supports continuous improvement, and mentors the production team.

Key responsibilities

• Perform pre‑polishing and final polishing of optical components according to specifications.
• Set up, operate, and maintain polishing machines, tools and consumables.
• Monitor process performance, troubleshoot issues and drive yield improvement.
• Coordinate with Process Engineering on new product qualifications and process enhancements.
• Train and mentor technicians and operators on polishing techniques and best practices.

Required profile

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in optical manufacturing, lapping, polishing or precision surface processing.
• Experience with precision optical components such as windows, prisms, wedges, lenses and optical blocks.
• Ability to work rotating or 12‑hour shift patterns and overtime as needed.
• Good safety awareness and teamwork attitude.

Required skills

• Optical polishing and lapping techniques.
• Operation of polishing machinery and related consumables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.