Filter Coating Technician B-Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement savings with company

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

IDEX Materials Science Solutions (MSS) in West Henrietta, NY, is seeking a Coating Technician to support the Lens Coating team. You will assist in applying thin film coatings to lenses, prisms, and optical components in vacuum chambers.

The role requires basic computer skills, strong manual dexterity, and the ability to work in an ITAR‑registered facility. Shift adherence and a team‑oriented mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS Diploma or equivalent, and 1‑2 years of relevant optical coating work experience or 2+ years of working in an optics or photonics field/manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Clear communication skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and work ethic.
• Very good manual dexterity.
• Capable of standing or sitting for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting up to 15 – 45 lbs. as needed.
• Maintains a clean and orderly workstation.
• Capable of working in an ITAR registered facility.

Responsibilities

• Manage and meet daily production goals, and elevate issues and concerns that affect meeting the goal as they arise.
• Work with members of engineering and leadership to achieve and align on a common goal.
• Identify and raise 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.

Skills

Optical coating experience

Basic computer skills

Clear communication

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Who is Materials Science Solutions (MSS)?

IDEX Materials Science Solutions (MSS) is a business platform within IDEX Corporation that brings together a portfolio of industry-leading companies specializing in advanced materials, precision manufacturing, optics, coatings, ceramics, and engineered components. Serving customers in the semiconductor, space and defense, and precision forming industries, IDEX MSS partners with OEMs to solve complex engineering challenges through innovative materials science expertise and coordinated global support. From concept development and prototyping to high-volume production, the organization delivers high-performance, mission‑critical solutions that enable customers to advance cutting‑edge technologies and achieve reliable, scalable results.

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 elevate issues and concerns that affect meeting the goal as they arise.
• Work with members of engineering and leadership to achieve and align on a common goal.
• Identify and raise 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

• Minimum HS Diploma or equivalent, and 1‑2 years of relevant optical coating work experience or 2+ years of working in an optics or photonics field/manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Clear communication skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and work ethic.
• Excels at performing consistent re‑occurring tasks over a duration of time.
• Able 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.
• Maintains a clean and orderly workstation.
• Capable of working in an ITAR registered facility.
• Must be able to 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 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.

Attention Applicants

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Job Family

Operations

Business Unit

Life Science Optics