Full-Time

Soldering Technician

Ocean Optics

Ocean Optics

51-200 employees

Manufactures portable spectrometers and sensing solutions

No salary listed

Morrisville, NC, USA

In Person

Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
ERP
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least one year of manufacturing experience as an electronic assembler is required, with proven soldering proficiency; experience in electronics and medical devices is preferred.
  • Proficiency with personal computer use, Microsoft Office programs, and enterprise resource planning systems is required.
  • Basic soldering skills and knowledge of IPC-A-610 guidelines are required.
  • The ability to visually inspect work and documentation precisely is required.
  • The ability to stand for up to eight hours per day, move about, bend, stoop, use hands, and lift up to 35 pounds unassisted is required.
  • Fine motor skills for precision tasks involving small components are required.
  • The ability to use a microscope for extended periods during shifts is required.
  • The ability to safely climb ladders to remove or place items on racks is required.
  • The ability to work extended hours, including weekends, as needed to meet production goals is required.
  • The ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills are required.
  • Advanced problem-solving skills and attention to detail are required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
Responsibilities
  • Perform sub-assembly and final assembly of printed circuit boards according to defined procedures.
  • Conduct and document testing according to established protocols while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
  • Document and report test failures and non-conformances, and troubleshoot issues as needed.
  • Record production data accurately and promptly in the enterprise resource planning system.
  • Follow the production schedule and communicate changes to the production supervisor.
  • Solder through-hole and Surface Mount Technology components with precision.
  • Complete J-STD certification and pass a soldering skills evaluation.
  • Follow Electrostatic Discharge safety protocols.
  • Rotate through manufacturing tasks in a team environment to support flexible operations.
  • Identify and resolve production delays or disruptions.
  • Mentor and support team members.
  • Maintain 6S standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain a quality-first approach and follow procedures without deviation.
  • Participate in quality system activities, including updating production documentation, maintaining Device History Records, investigating complaints, supporting Corrective and Preventive Action projects, and controlling inventory.
  • Ensure that communication is professional and suitable for audit purposes.
  • Engage in continuous improvement efforts supporting quality and innovation.

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

  • Halma reported 16.2% photonics organic profit growth on June 11, 2026.
  • Ocean Optics launched the SR2 spectrometer on July 30, 2026, with higher speed and SNR.
  • Bioz tools drove record engagement in June 2025, strengthening inbound demand and citations.

What critics are saying

  • Edmund Optics now controls a major global channel and can squeeze margins by 2027.
  • Compact spectrometers face commoditization from Avantes, Hamamatsu, and Ocean Insight’s own resellers.
  • If Halma reallocates capital toward faster-growth photonics, Ocean Optics loses strategic priority.

What makes Ocean Optics unique

  • Ocean Optics commercialized the first miniature spectrometer and still defines portable spectroscopy.
  • Halma listed Ocean Optics across six global offices on August 26, 2026.
  • The September 22, 2025 Edmund Optics deal extends reach without building a sales force.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

4%
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.