Coating Technician - B or C Shift
About The Position
The Coating Technician plays a vital role in the production of high-quality precision optics by applying thin-film coatings to a multitude of different lenses and components. Using specialized vacuum deposition equipment, the technician ensures coatings meet strict performance and durability standards essential for optical clarity and functionality. This position requires careful attention to detail, consistency in process execution and a strong commitment to quality in our manufacturing environment. In addition to coating product, this position will support coating operations to include but may not be limited to; equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance, component testing, and optical inspection.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED Required; Associate degree or technical training in optics, materials science, or a related field is beneficial.
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in optical thin-film coating or vacuum deposition processes within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience operating coating equipment, including loading and unloading parts, running coating cycles, and monitoring process parameters.
- Familiarity with vacuum systems, deposition processes, and basic equipment troubleshooting.
- Ability to follow detailed work instructions, process recipes, and document production or inspection results accurately.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work within defined process controls to maintain coating quality and yield.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members, engineering, and supervision regarding process or equipment issues.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or technical training in optics, materials science, or a related field is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Prepare precision optical components for coating by cleaning, masking and inspecting for defects.
- Operate and maintain vacuum deposition systems (e.g. e-beam, sputtering, thermal evaporation)
- Monitor coating processes and parameters to ensure optimal film performance and uniformity.
- Inspect coated optics using spectrophotometers, interferometers and microscopes.
- Record process data, quality control metrics and maintenance logs with a strong attention to detail.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with equipment or coating quality.
- Collaborate with engineers and management staff to refine coating processes.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment in accordance with ISO and cleanroom standards.
- Measure optical spectra, prepare samples for environmental testing, and provide required data to QA personnel.
- Keep accurate and complete coating records
- Daily coater cleanup and perform/ assist during routine large-scale cleanup.
- Maintain equipment, tooling, adaptors and work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices, ISO and EHS protocols.
- Train Coating associates on job-specific tasks as well as mentoring in the area of coating, testing and spectral measurements.
- Work closely with the Coating Manager to understand current capabilities and work toward strategic capability improvements.
- Work closely with other functional areas at RPO to improve the flow and quality of components to Coating.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package linked to your experience and performance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Health, dental, vision, HSA, & life insurance.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 paid company holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
