Manufacturing Technician - 1st or 2nd shift

IDEX
  • Portage, Michigan
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

    With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

    Join Micro-LAM/IDEX Company. We are a nationally award-winning company recognized for our outstanding workplace culture and commitment to innovation in optics and advanced manufacturing. We specialize in delivering cutting-edge optical solutions to customers across industries, and we are seeking skilled talent to grow with our team in Portage, MI.

    Position Overview
    We are looking for a 1st or 2nd shift, detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician to support our advanced optics manufacturing team. This position requires experience in manufacturing environment with a strong focus on precision, accuracy, and quality. The right candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and bring a passion for working with advanced technologies.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Operate machining equipment
    • Experience working on a manufacturing floor
    • Perform visual inspection and measurement of optical components
    • May collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure parts meet rigorous standards
    • Document processes, maintain accurate production records, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

    Qualifications

    • 2–3 years of hands-on machining operating experience in manufacturing
    • Strong knowledge of basic manufacturing tools and machinery
    • Familiarity with ultra-precision diamond turning equipment a plus
    • Problem-solving and analytical skills
    • High attention to detail and commitment to producing exceptional quality work
    • A Can-Do attitude
    • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

    Why Join Us?

    • Be part of a nationally recognized, award-winning culture where employees thrive
    • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
    • Opportunities for career growth, technical development, and continuous learning
    • Our second shift works from Monday – Thursday with a three-day weekend each week

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible schedule
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Parental leave
    • Referral program
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Experience:

    • Manufacturing 2 years (Required)

    Work Location: Portage MI

    Pay Range:

    • $22 - $30 /hr. based on experience

    Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

    IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

    Attention Applicants:  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at

    lfcareers@idexcorp.com?subject=Reasonable%20Accommodation%20Request

    for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPortage, Michigan
    Websiteidexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Disability Accommodationsunmatched
    • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
    • Life Insuranceunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Machiningunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Opticsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Retirement Planunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Tool and Die Manufacturingunmatched

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