Systems Technician

Systems Coating Technician

Nesco Resource is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Coating Technician to join a leading precision optics manufacturer in West Henrietta, NY. This temp-to-perm opportunity is ideal for candidates with manufacturing, optics, photonics, or coating experience who enjoy working in a cleanroom environment. The Coating Technician will support the application of thin-film coatings to precision optical components while ensuring exceptional product quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.

Pay Rate: $21.00 - $24.00/Hour 10% Shift Differential

Shift(s): B Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Job Duties:

• Operate vacuum coating equipment to apply thin-film coatings to lenses, prisms, and other optical components
• Meet daily production goals while maintaining quality and productivity standards
• Inspect coated components and identify quality concerns or non-conforming materials
• Tag and document non-conforming products for Quality inspection
• Learn and perform basic vacuum chamber maintenance and preventative cleaning
• Operate manual coating platforms and related manufacturing equipment
• Utilize production tracking and testing software to document manufacturing activities
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve manufacturing issues
• Escalate production, safety, or quality concerns to leadership promptly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant cleanroom work environment
• Follow all company safety procedures, work instructions, and PPE requirements
• Support additional production activities as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1–2 years of optical coating experience or 2 years of experience in optics, photonics, or precision manufacturing preferred
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn manufacturing software
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to perform repetitive, detail-oriented tasks with consistency
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions
• Willingness to work scheduled overtime as production demands require
• Must be eligible to work in an ITAR-regulated manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Cleanroom manufacturing environment supporting precision optical production
• Frequent standing or sitting for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 45 lbs. occasionally
• Frequent repetitive hand movements requiring fine manual dexterity
• Exposure to vacuum coating equipment and precision manufacturing processes
• Must maintain strict cleanliness standards and follow all PPE and safety requirements