Thin-Film Ophthalmic Coating Technician

EssilorLuxottica • Farmingdale, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Step into a day on our lens line You arrive on time, gear up, and rotate through precision stations that turn a blank lens into a finished, prescription-ready product. You’ll clip lenses into baskets, prep and run coating equipment, verify optical quality at every handoff, and keep machines spotless so the next cycle runs flawlessly. It’s hands-on, detail-rich work in a tech-enabled environment—ideal for someone who loves process, rhythm, and craftsmanship.

Requirements

• Comfort working in a fast-paced production team; clear communication in English (read, write, comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence).
• Basic math (add/subtract, decimals) and ability to compare number/letter sequences accurately.
• Strong visual acuity: close, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Fine motor skills: coordinated hand/finger use, grasping, transferring small items, bilateral reach, and precise manipulation.
• Organizational skills: plan, prioritize, interpret goals and procedures, multi-task, and exercise good judgment.
• Stamina to stand in one place for 10–12 hours and perform repetitive motions.
• Reliable, on-time attendance with availability for overtime as needed; follow established standards and all company and regulatory policies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience or formal training in optical or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Coating Clip and secure lenses into baskets to begin the coating sequence.
• Set up, load/unload sectors, and operate coating systems to apply thin-film layers correctly.
• Inspect lenses before and immediately after coating to confirm cosmetic and optical accuracy per the work ticket.
• Disassemble, clean, and sandblast components daily to maintain equipment performance.
• Finishing Drill and mount lenses for precise alignment and fit; use a bevel wheel to remove sharp edges as needed.
• Operate edging machines to size and shape lenses for their frames.
• Perform finish layout: mark center/alignment and attach the chuck/block.
• Tint lenses to exact specifications.
• Surfacing Prepare lenses for surfacing (de-box, tape exposed surfaces, tray up).
• Run taping equipment to protect lens fronts.
• Block lenses accurately for all surfacing steps.
• Operate the generator to cut lenses to the prescribed power.
• Fine and polish lenses to final clarity.
• Apply spin coat and conduct cosmetic inspections.
• Hand wash and dry lenses; de-block and remove protective tape.

Benefits

• Compensation is based on factors such as location, skills, experience, and qualifications, and may be complemented by a competitive bonus and/or commission program.
• Our first-class rewards package may include healthcare coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off/vacation, and a variety of employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees