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About this Optical Surfacing Technician (f/m/x) role at ZEISS

ZEISS · Onsite · Aalen

At ZEISS Extended Reality (XRX), a newly established global Strategic Business Unit in the scale-up phase, we are dedicated to innovation and excellence. Our goal is to deliver cutting-edge XR vision correction and optical systems to consumers around the world, ensuring we are the preferred partner in the XR market. We empower our customers and individuals with solutions that enhance productivity and change the way we work and live.

Your Role

  • Operate lens surfacing machinery (generators, polishers, edgers) according to standard operating procedures and process specifications

  • Execute trials and test runs for new materials, lens geometries and process parameters as defined by engineering team

  • Perform quality inspections using optical measurement equipment and document results accurately

  • Conduct routine and preventive maintenance on surfacing equipment to ensure optimal performance

  • Support troubleshooting of production issues and implement corrective actions under engineering supervision

  • Maintain accurate records of machine parameters, material usage, cycle times and quality data

  • Prepare samples and prototypes for internal testing and customer evaluation

  • Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment

  • Collaborate with engineers to implement process improvements and validate new procedures

Your Profile

  • Certified technician in precision mechanics, optics, mechatronics, or related technical field or equivalent practical experience in optical manufacturing

  • Hands-on experience operating CNC machinery, preferably in optics or precision manufacturing environment

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions and process specifications

  • Basic understanding of optical quality requirements (surface finish, form accuracy, edge quality)

  • Comfortable working with measurement instruments and documenting inspection results

  • Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

  • Reliable, self-motivated team player with good communication skills

  • Basic computer skills for data entry and equipment operation

Rooted in the ZEISS culture, we prioritize collaboration, integrity, ambition, and an entrepreneurial growth mindset, all supported by a commitment to continuous learning. We foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives and performance are valued and important to our success. Our teams are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. At XRX, we offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development. Join us and be part of a team that champions innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Ronan McHugh
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About ZEISS

Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow. Diversity is a part of ZEI

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