Careers

At FISBA, we take pride in fostering a collaborative culture for our employees.

Our Culture

At FISBA, we’re a performance-oriented photonics company that embraces open and collaborative communication, emphasizing trust and accountability. Our teams and company grow not only through active team cohesion initiatives but also through our company’s focus and support of the professional career development of every individual.

We know our best strategies arise from cross-organizational conversations rooted in mutual respect and shared leadership. Given this, our organizational culture prioritizes in-person interactions and robust connectivity with our remote employees and customers. Additionally, our leaders relinquish a measure of control over organizational content, and all team members actively participate in organizational planning and messaging. Self-discipline and accountability from top to bottom are the norm, with a particular focus on the context of the on-the-ground dynamics, as well as the important role that authentic motivation and influence plays in responding to change happening around us.

The dynamic and international environment regularly presents employees with new challenges and provides incentives for personal development. We offer career prospects in many areas including our state-of-the-art production facilities, design and engineering department, product management, manufacturing, and sales.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

  • Family-Friendly

    FISBA believes in enabling our employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible working hours, part-time jobs, and full pay during maternity or paternity leave.

  • Training Opportunities

    The personal and professional development of our employees is very important to us. FISBA encourages internal and external courses and education.

  • Professional Rewards

    FISBA appreciates personal performance and commitment. Additional vacation days for company anniversaries are one of the small ways FISBA recognizes your contribution to our success.

Our Open Positions

Accounting ManagerSenior Optical Assembly TechnicianComing Soon
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FISBA is a global company dedicated to shaping light through excellence in optical design, system engineering, high precision volume production and advanced optical coating. In the broad field of photonics.

FISBA North America is seeking a Accounting Manager to work from their Saco, Maine production facility. T Reporting to the President, the position performs the full range of accounting and finance functions and has overall responsibility for maintaining accurate records, reporting, and compliance.

Permanent Location: Saco, Maine

  • The Accounting Manager will work with all members of the FISBA team to ensure timely and accurate accounting and reporting for FISBA NA and FISBA AG.
  • Financial Reporting:Prepare and review GAAP compliant financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements).
  • Financial, Payroll, Cost and Project Accounting:Fully responsible for the accounting of FISBA NA from making accounting entries to reporting and analysis. Ensure accurate posting and tracking of project revenue and costs, and timely reporting to management of project budget issues.
  • Cash Management:Manage cash flow, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, payroll, and employee expenses.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting:Participate in budget preparation, analysis, and forecasting.
  • Manufacturing Support:Report on monthly production metrics (e.g. WIP) and support effective inventory management practices.
  • Compliance:Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP) and relevant regulations.
  • Audit Management:Coordinate and complete annual audits.
  • Internal Controls and Processes:Develop and maintain internal accounting controls. Develop effective accounting processes and systems and collaborate to ensure that processes are understood and followed.
  • Process Improvement:Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and systems in coordination with FISBA AG.
  • Analysis and Reporting:Analyze financial data, identify trends, and prepare reports for management. Work closely with FISBA NA President to provide modeling and analysis to evaluate investments, employee benefits, etc.
  • Financial Advice:Provide financial guidance and advice to management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
  • CPA preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience with responsibility for full cycle accounting, payroll and preparation of GAAP compliant financial statements.
  • Experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing setting preferred.
  • Experience working with a global parent company helpful.
  • Experience with SAP or other ERP preferred.
  • Advanced Excel skills to extract and manipulate data for reporting and month-end close in advance of SAP implementation.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to ensure clarity and understanding.
  • Passion for numbers and commitment to accuracy, timeliness and effective reporting.
  • Salary range starts at $90k; offer commensurate with experience.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance: 100% employer paid for employee coverage. Company HSA contribution.
  • STD, LTD and Life Insurance.
  • Generous paid time off, including parental leave.
  • 401k with 4% company match; 100% vested.
  • Flexible and professional work environment with career growth opportunities.
  • The physical requirements are representative of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. An employee in this position is required to regularly stand, sit and walk. In addition, this position requires considerable manual dexterity for use of computer keyboard and mouse. The employee may also be required to walk through the manufacturing plant and will therefore be exposed to moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

FISBA North America is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

FISBA is a global company dedicated to shaping light through excellence in optical design, system engineering, high precision volume production and advanced optical coating. In the broad field of photonics.

FISBA North America is seeking a Senior Optical Assembly Technician to work from their Saco, Maine production facility. FISBA specializes in the design and manufacturing of medical endoscopes and life science applications, and this position will assemble precision micro-optics and endoscope components. This is a first shift position in a professional production environment.

Permanent Location: Saco, Maine

  • Perform complex assembly, integration, and alignment of optical and mechanical components according to detailed drawings, procedures, and specifications.
  • Work in cleanroom environments, adhering to strict contamination control protocols.
  • Use precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, interferometers) to verify component dimensions and assembly tolerances.
  • Troubleshoot assembly issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers and other technicians to ensure seamless integration of components and systems.
  • Develop and improve assembly procedures and work instructions.
  • Train and mentor junior assembly technicians.
  • Maintain accurate records of assembly processes and test results.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance assembly efficiency and quality.
  • Maintain and calibrate assembly tools and equipment.
  • Perform functional testing of assembled systems and document results.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification in a related field preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in precision assembly, preferably in optics, photonics, aerospace, or a related high-tech industry.
  • Proficient at working with small parts under a stereo microscope. Experience with assembly with fits of +/- 0.01 mm.
  • Proven experience working in cleanroom environments and adhering to strict protocols.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and general data entry.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical assembly principles, tolerances, and fits.
  • Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
  • Excellent manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex assembly issues.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Experience with optical alignment and testing procedures is a significant plus.
  • Experience with epoxy bonding and other adhesive techniques is beneficial.
  • Ability to work onsite M-F. Hours are generally 8:00 to 4:30, but there may be some flexibility in start time.
  • First Shift hours: 8am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday.
  • Pay range starts at $25 per hour.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance: 100% employer paid for employee coverage. with company HSA contribution.
  • Short-Term, Long-Term Disability and Life insurance.
  • Generous paid time off, including parental leave.
  • 401k with 4% company match; 100% vested.
  • Flexible and professional work environment.
  • The physical requirements are representative of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. An employee in this position is required to regularly stand, sit and walk. In addition, this position requires considerable manual dexterity for use of computer keyboard and mouse. The employee may also be required to walk through the manufacturing plant and will therefore be exposed to moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

FISBA North America is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

FISBA is a global company dedicated to shaping light through excellence in optical design, system engineering, high precision volume production and advanced optical coating. In the broad field of photonics, FISBA North America focuses on solutions for medical endoscopy and life science applications.

Do we not have a suitable position advertised at the moment?

Do you have an interesting profile or are you looking for a new challenge in the field of optics / photonics?

FISBA offers you varied fields of activity as well as a dynamic and lively environment.

We are always happy to meet committed people and look forward to receiving your application documents.

FISBA North America is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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