Full-Time

Production Operator

Ocean Optics

Ocean Optics

51-200 employees

Manufactures portable spectrometers and sensing solutions

No salary listed

Valparaiso, IN, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Assembly
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or vocational training in electronics or assembly is a plus
  • 1+ years of experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics or small devices
  • Ability with hand tools, soldering, and testing equipment
  • Strong mindfulness and ability to follow precise instructions
  • Basic understanding of electrical systems and calibration procedures
  • Commitment to quality and an initiative-taking approach to finding and solving problems
  • Willingness to work in a collaborative, fast-paced production environment
  • Ability to adapt to changing production demands and work overtime as needed
Responsibilities
  • Perform assembly operations on handheld gas leak detectors by following detailed work instructions, technical drawings, and schematics
  • Use hand tools, soldering equipment, and small parts to assemble the product to exact specifications
  • Ensure all components are installed correctly and secured
  • Diagnoses and troubleshooting assembly and performance issues, making necessary adjustments or repairs
  • Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve recurring issues and refine processes
  • Conduct quality inspections at various stages of the assembly process, ensuring each product meets company and regulatory standards
  • Document assembly activities, test results, and any defects found during testing or assembly
  • Follow ISO-certified manufacturing processes and adhere to all safety guidelines
  • Maintain a clean and organized workstation to promote efficiency and safety
  • Participate in periodic ISO audits and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Collaborate closely with fellow assemblers, engineers, and quality assurance staff to ensure smooth production flow
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and cross-functional teams about production status, equipment needs, and improvement opportunities

Ocean Optics makes compact spectroscopy hardware and related optical sensing tools. Its flagship products are miniature, portable spectrometers used to measure light across wavelengths for scientists and engineers in fields like chemical analysis, environmental monitoring, and industrial sensing. The devices work by detecting light that passes through or reflects from a sample and translating it into a spectrum—the distribution of light by wavelength—using optical components and a small detector. The company differentiates itself with a modular approach and small, affordable spectrometers that can be integrated into custom systems or handheld devices, enabling researchers to build compact spectroscopic tools rather than relying on large, expensive lab equipment. Ocean Optics' goal is to broaden access to spectral data by providing versatile, scalable sensing solutions that allow users to deploy spectroscopy across a wide range of applications and environments.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dunedin, Florida

Founded

1989

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What believers are saying

  • Edmund Optics partnership expands global distribution since August 2025.
  • Halma acquisition in 2004 enables cross-selling in water treatment.
  • Miniaturization trend boosts IoT and remote sensing market capture.

What critics are saying

  • Chinese manufacturers commoditize miniature spectrometers, eroding moats.
  • Halma underinvests R&D versus PerkinElmer and Shimadzu focus.
  • International Light Technologies acquisition threatens operational autonomy.

What makes Ocean Optics unique

  • Ocean Optics released world's first miniature spectrometer in 1992.
  • Pioneered modular spectroscopy for portable environmental sensing.
  • Leads in high SNR Ocean SR series spectrometers since 2023.

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Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

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2 year growth

-15%
Ocean Optics
Aug 12th, 2025
Ocean Optics Partners with Edmund Optics for Global Distribution

ORLANDO, Fla. - (August 14, 2025) - Ocean Optics, a pioneer in modular spectroscopy and a trusted name in optical sensing, is proud to announce a new Supplier Partner relationship with Edmund Optics.

Ocean Optics
Jun 23rd, 2025
Ocean Optics Launches Bioz Tool

To further enhance visibility and engagement, Ocean Optics has also added a Bioz Homepage Banner, ensuring that visitors immediately discover the powerful citation management capabilities available on its website.

EIN News
Sep 8th, 2023
Ocean Insight Announces Richard Curran as New President

Ocean Insight announces Richard Curran as new president.

Ocean Insight
Jun 22nd, 2023
Women in Engineering Day 2023

Ocean Insight has been named the Best Place to Work in both Central Florida and New York state.

Ocean Insight
May 3rd, 2023
Press Release: New Ocean SR series

Orlando, Florida, USA (May 4, 2023) – Ocean Optics, a brand of Ocean Insight, introduces compact, versatile Ocean SR series spectrometers distinguished by their rapid spectral acquisition speed and high signal to noise ratio (SNR) performance.