Optical Coating Tech I

Responsibilities

• Follow written and electronic work instructions, job aids, and standard operating procedures.
• Handle and clean delicate optical surfaces using chemical and mechanical processes.
• Inspect optics for cleanliness and contamination removal prior to coating.
• Prepare and operate vacuum coating chambers, including cleaning, foiling, sandblasting, and installing system components.
• Load optics into tooling or fixtures for coating and monitor deposition parameters during production.
• Unload coated optics and inspect for quality and physical integrity.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to meet daily production goals.
• Report issues promptly and maintain adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Complete required training on time and with proficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1+ years of experience in optics, coating, cleanroom, or thin-film deposition.
• Ability to handle fragile components with precision and care.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical documentation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with vacuum coating systems and cleanroom protocols.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and production schedules.

Pay

For California, the hourly base pay range for this role is $18.34 - $31.36.

Schedule

This is a 1st shift position.