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About the Role
The Coating Inspector is responsible for inspecting and verifying optical coatings on precision components to ensure compliance with performance, durability, and visual standards. This role supports production by identifying defects, confirming coating quality, and ensuring products meet customer and internal requirements before release. The position is designed as an entry-level role with structured, on-the-job training in optical handling, cleaning, inspection methods, and coating processes.
Responsibilities
- Inspect coated optical components for defects such as scratches, pinholes, coating irregularities, and contamination using microscopes and visual inspection methods.
- Perform basic measurements and verification of coating characteristics (e.g., thickness, reflectance, transmittance) using standard equipment.
- Compare inspection results against established specifications and identify nonconforming conditions.
- Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records in accordance with internal procedures.
- Handle and clean optical components in accordance with established processes to prevent contamination or damage.
- Communicate inspection findings and escalate quality concerns to management or engineering as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical training in a related field is beneficial.
- 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with exposure to inspection, quality checks, or other detail-oriented processes.
- Ability to follow detailed work instructions and accurately document results.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive inspection tasks with consistency.
- Ability to communicate clearly with team members and supervisors regarding quality issues.
- Experience in optical inspection, thin film coating or working with precision components is beneficial.
- Pursuant to ITAR, EAR, and other export compliance laws and regulations, applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons as defined by U.S. law, i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents ("Green Card" holders), persons granted refugee status or asylum status in the United States, or temporary residents granted amnesty.
- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow detailed work instructions
- Ability to accurately document results
- Ability to perform repetitive inspection tasks with consistency
- Clear communication with team members and supervisors
- Handling sensitive optical components
- Visual and measurement-based inspections
- Fine motor coordination and dexterity
- Sustained visual focus
- Close-up and magnified work
- Identify fine details
- Use of computers and standard assembly or inspection tools
Location
- Rochester
Work Type
- Onsite
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- 1-3 years
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree or technical training
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive compensation package linked to your experience and performance.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, HSA, & life insurance
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 paid company holidays
About the Company
- RPO is a global leader in precision optics, optical components, and optical assemblies.
- We specialize in a full spectrum of products & services including – Design and Engineering, Systems Integration, Lens Assembly, Visible and Infrared Components, Glass and Plastic Molded Aspheres, and Thin Film Coating.
- As one of the fastest growing companies in Rochester, RPO offers exciting career paths and work on market-leading programs.
Equal Opportunity
- Rochester Precision Optics is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people.
- EOE/AA/Race/Gender/Disability/Veteran