Thorlabs
Thin Film Coating Technician II
Rochester, New York · Full-time · Posted Sep 28, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum of 4 years of manufacturing experience and related technical education.
- Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
About the job
Manufactures thin-film optical coatings by preparing materials, operating vacuum deposition equipment, measuring parts, and maintaining quality and production records.
What you'll do
- Prepare materials, operate and maintain thin-film coating equipment, and produce coatings on glass and crystal materials.
- Measure and inspect parts using optical, visual, and mechanical metrology; identify defects and assist with troubleshooting.
- Maintain manufacturing records, support training and cross-training, and participate in continuous improvement and workplace safety.
What they ask for
- At least 4 years of manufacturing experience and related technical education.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work in a team and meet high quality standards.
- Basic mathematics and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Pay
$19.00 -$25.00 USD hourly pay
Tools
resistive, electron beam, ion assist, sputtering, spectrophotometers, FTIRs, Microsoft Office
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