Quality Inspector - 1st Shift | $22-$26/hr | Optical Manufacturing | Hopewell Junction, NY

ZipRecruiter; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical manufacturing company in Hopewell Junction, NY is seeking a Quality Inspector for their 1st shift. Join a team committed to quality and innovation while working with advanced technology in a clean environment. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity offering competitive pay and growth potential.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Consistent first shift schedule

Supportive team environment

Work with cutting-edge equipment

Gain experience in a growing industry

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, optics, or electronics production is preferred.
• Comfortable in cleanroom or lab-like environments.

Responsibilities

• Handle and clean optical substrates before coating.
• Set up and operate vacuum coating chambers.
• Perform quality inspections using precision measuring tools.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Manufacturing Interest

Technical Aptitude

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionQuality Inspector – 1st Shift | $22–$26/hr | Optical Manufacturing | Hopewell Junction, NY

Are you detail-oriented and interested in high-tech manufacturing? We’re hiring a Quality Inspector to join a precision optics production team in Hopewell Junction, NY. This is a great opportunity to work in a clean, controlled environment using advanced technology to create high-performance optical coatings for defense, aerospace, and medical applications.

Position: Quality Inspector
Location: Hopewell Junction, NY
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Pay: $22–$26 per hour (based on experience)
Breaks: Two paid 15-minute breaks + unpaid 30-minute lunch
Type: Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Job Overview:
As a Quality Inspector, you’ll assist with the preparation and coating of delicate optical components using vacuum deposition equipment and precision inspection tools. You’ll be part of a team producing coatings that meet military and industry specifications.

Quality Inspector Qualifications:

• Interest or experience in manufacturing, optics, or electronics production
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise procedures
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom or lab-like environment
• Basic mechanical or technical aptitude
• Willingness to learn and grow within a high-tech manufacturing setting

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay ($22–$26/hr depending on experience)
• Consistent first shift schedule
• Work with cutting-edge equipment and technology
• Gain experience in a growing and innovative industry
• Supportive team and clean, professional environment

Quality Inspector Responsibilities:

• Carefully handle and clean optical substrates prior to coating
• Set up, operate, and monitor vacuum coating chambers and related machinery
• Perform quality inspections using spectrophotometers and other measuring tools
• Follow technical documents, blueprints, and manufacturing travelers
• Assist in maintaining equipment and ensuring a clean, well-organized work area

Apply now to launch your career in precision optical manufacturing with a company committed to quality, innovation, and employee development.

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#ZRCompany DescriptionEthan Allen Workforce Solutions offers job seekers and employers the most complete, leading-edge employment services in the Hudson Valley.

Whether you are looking for employment opportunities, quality employees or off-site personnel services such as payroll, employee benefits or risk management, we are experts in meeting the needs of workers and companies across the Hudson Valley!Company DescriptionEthan Allen Workforce Solutions offers job seekers and employers the most complete, leading-edge employment services in the Hudson Valley.

Whether you are looking for employment opportunities, quality employees or off-site personnel services such as payroll, employee benefits or risk management, we are experts in meeting the needs of workers and companies across the Hudson Valley!