Thin Film Technician

ManpowerGroup; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Boulder, CO, seeks a 1st Shift Thin Film Technician to set up, operate, and maintain coating chamber systems for precision optics. This hands-on role supports manufacturing operations with emphasis on quality and safety.

You'll collaborate with production and coating teams to ensure consistent coating cycles, with a temp‑to‑hire path for the right candidate. Training and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic math and problem‑solving skills required.
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel and MS Office tools.
• Manufacturing or process‑driven experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate thin film coating chamber systems.
• Prepare and assemble tooling, spacers, and backers.
• Load and unload optical components into coating chambers.
• Perform chamber preparation, including foiling, target changes, regens, and bead blasting.
• Start and monitor coating runs.
• Perform basic spectrophotometer scans on coated optics.
• Monitor chamber conditions, status, cleanliness, and quality impact.
• Perform basic crystal error recovery as needed.
• Handle chemicals safely and dispose of them per established procedures.
• Support 6S workplace organization and cleanliness.
• Follow safety guidelines and promote safe work habits.
• Work collaboratively in a team‑based production environment.
• Assist with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Manufacturing experience

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

1st Shift Thin Film Technician

Location: Boulder, CO

Pay: $22-$26/hour (DOE)

Type: Temp-to-Hire

Shift Available:

• Sunday - Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

About the Role

The Thin Film Technician supports optical coating operations by setting up, operating, and maintaining coating chamber systems used to apply specialized thin-film coatings to optical components. This is a hands‑on role in a highly controlled, process‑driven environment - well suited for someone interested in precision optics, thin‑film technology, and manufacturing operations. You'll work closely with production and coating teams to maintain quality, safety, and consistency throughout each coating cycle.

What You'll Do

• Set up and operate thin film coating chamber systems
• Prepare and assemble tooling, spacers, and backers
• Load and unload optical components into coating chambers
• Perform chamber preparation, including foiling, target changes, regens, and bead blasting
• Start and monitor coating runs
• Perform basic spectrophotometer scans on coated optics
• Monitor chamber conditions, status, cleanliness, and quality impact
• Perform basic crystal error recovery as needed
• Handle chemicals safely and dispose of them per established procedures
• Support 6S workplace organization and cleanliness
• Follow all safety guidelines and promote safe work habits
• Work collaboratively in a team‑based production environment
• Assist with additional duties as needed

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Basic math and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and standard MS Office tools
• Manufacturing or process‑driven experience a plus, but not required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Additional Requirements

• Work may involve material governed by ITAR regulations
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available)

Why This Role Stands Out

This temp‑to‑hire opportunity offers hands‑on experience with advanced optical manufacturing and thin‑film coating processes in a structured, safety‑focused environment. For candidates looking to build technical skills and grow long‑term within precision optics manufacturing, this role provides a solid and stable career path.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.