Coating Optics Inspector: Entry-Level Training

Rochester Precision Opt; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rochester Precision Optics is seeking an Optics Inspector for the Coating department in West Henrietta, NY. The role involves inspecting optical coatings on precision components to ensure performance, durability, and visual quality before release.

Training is provided in handling, cleaning, inspection methods, and coating processes, with emphasis on attention to detail. The position supports production with defect identification, measurement-based checks, and accurate documentation, offering

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training in a related field is beneficial.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment with exposure to inspection, quality checks, or other detail-oriented processes.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and accurately document results.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive inspection tasks with consistency.
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members and supervisors regarding quality issues.
• Experience in optical inspection, thin film coating or working with precision components is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Inspect coated optical components for defects such as scratches, pinholes, coating irregularities, and contamination using microscopes and visual inspection methods.
• Perform basic measurements and verification of coating characteristics (e.g., thickness, reflectance, transmittance) using standard equipment.
• Compare inspection results against established specifications and identify nonconforming conditions.
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records in accordance with internal procedures.
• Handle and clean optical components in accordance with established processes to prevent contamination or damage.
• Communicate inspection findings and elevate quality concerns to management or engineering as needed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Clear communicator

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rochester Precision Optics is seeking an Optics Inspector for the Coating department in West Henrietta, NY. The role involves inspecting optical coatings on precision components to ensure performance, durability, and visual quality before release.

Training is provided in handling, cleaning, inspection methods, and coating processes, with emphasis on attention to detail. The position supports production with defect identification, measurement-based checks, and accurate documentation, offering