Thin Film Technician II

Thin Film Technician II

Excelitas is seeking a detail‑oriented Thin Film Technician II to join our team. The purpose of this position is to fabricate optical components according to customer specifications. Performs various optical fabrication processes including but not limited to: beveling, milling, blocking, grinding, polishing, curve generation, and inspection/measurements.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your technical skills in a fast‑paced, innovative environment focused on cutting‑edge materials technology.

• Performs basic shaping process steps on simple to medium-difficult parts.
• Beveling - cup and straight line
• Blocking - standard (multiple parts on the same block) wax blocking, which includes the ability to choose the correct type of tooling
• Edging - standard edging tasks up to .001 tolerance
• Milling - standard milling tasks
• Sawing – KLE cut‑off type operations
• Grinding – to include continuous and double side
• May assist with pouring lap
• Inspects and cleans parts
• Basic reading and comprehension of work instructions and prints for basic dimensions
• Mathematics - Using basic mathematics to calculate…
• Measurement skills include: calipers, drop gauges, micrometers, comparators, measuring microscope (Z scope), spherometer
• Performs other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic Math skills
• Teamwork – the ability to work effectively and contribute to a team
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and maintain accurate records.
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues and communicate effectively with team members.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Excelitas offers a goal‑oriented team dedicated to Safety, Excellence, Agility and Respect. Come pursue your career within a niche business and learn something that you can’t find anywhere else!

• Enjoy a generous 144 hours of accrued PTO right from day one.
• Hourly: $20.00-$26.00
• Benefit from a 401k match of up to 5%.
• Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your very first day.
• …and so much more to enhance your career and well‑being!