Filter Coating Technician B-Shift

IDEX; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 37,500 - 56,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings program with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

IDEX is seeking a Coating Technician in West Henrietta, NY. This role involves managing daily production goals and using thin film coatings on optical components. Candidates should possess basic optical coating experience and strong technical skills.

The position offers a salary range of $37,500.00 - $56,300.00 along with a benefits package that includes health benefits and a 401(k) program.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant optical coating work experience or 2+ years in an optics or photonics manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical aptitude and work ethic.
• Ability to perform consistent recurring tasks over time.

Responsibilities

• Manage and meet daily production goals.
• Work with members of engineering and leadership.
• Train on and use in-house testing software.

Skills

Optical coating work experience

Basic computer skills

Clear communication skills

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Job Title

Coating Technician

Reporting To

Manufacturing Leader

Location

West Henrietta, NY

Hours

B-Shift 2pm - 10:30pm

ITAR/EAR Criteria

Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.

Scope of Role

The Lens Coating team works over several shifts utilizing small but highly effective teams. Leading each of those teams is a Team Leader. The Lens Coating Technician I is responsible for helping the team to be successful on a day-to-day basis in the cleanroom, applying desired thin film coatings to a variety of lenses, prisms, and other optical components in vacuum coating chambers.

Essential Duties

• Manage and meet daily production goals, and escape issues and concerns affecting goal attainment as they arise.
• Work with members of engineering and leadership to achieve and align on a common goal.
• Identify and escalates safety or quality issues to the appropriate parties.
• Recognize and tag non-conforming material to be further inspected by the quality department.
• Train on and use in house testing/tracking software.
• Learn basic chamber maintenance, metrology, and operate a manual coating platform.

Education, Experience, Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of relevant optical coating work experience or 2+ years in an optics or photonics manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Clear communication skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and work ethic.
• Ability to perform consistent recurring tasks over time.
• Ability to learn new skills and job functions.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Initiative to perform a variety of tasks to meet desired goals.
• Very good manual dexterity.
• May require standing or sitting for extended periods of time; occasional lifting up to 15–45 lbs. as needed.
• Capable of working in an ITAR registered facility.
• Must work scheduled shift and overtime as production schedules require.

Desired Traits

• Direct experience with the handling, processing, and cleaning of optical lenses and filters.
• Direct experience with thin film optical coatings and vacuum chamber operation and functions.
• Good written and oral communication skills, ability to read and comprehend work instructions.

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $37,500.00 - $56,300.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for a performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Accommodation

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