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We are looking a Pilot Coating Technician in the Eastman Business Park in Rochester, NY
As a Pilot Technician you will be part of a team of technicians that operate multiple pilot coating facilities at Kodak's EBP location in Rochester, NY. These coating facilities provide both experimental and production coating services to a wide range of companies in technology areas that include batteries, photovoltaics, fuel cells, optical films, security films, electronic films, packaging films, and many more. The ideal candidate will have prior experience operating roll-to-roll processes using slot die and gravure application techniques.
Job Requirements:1. Roll-to-roll machine web line operation (unwind/convey/wind)2. Coating of solutions onto moving webs using various coating methods(slot die, gravure, flexographic printing). 3. Set up and operate delivery system equipment (pumps, filters, valves, etc.)4. Assist engineering staff with basic measurements of coated substrates(thickness, coat weight, uniformity, optical clarity, haze, etc)5. Assist engineering staff with quality system improvements in multiple areas (solution mixing, coating, slitting, and calendaring.
Skills required:1. Strong mechanical aptitude2. Basic computer aptitude (especially excel)3. Troubleshooting skills (cause/effect)4. Familiarity with basic quality tools (lean, six sigma, etc.)5. Familiarity with web conveying machines6. Use of basic measurement tools (micrometer, precision scales, pycnometer, tensiometer, etc)
Preferred experience:1. Working knowledge of coating methods (gravure, slot die and flexo)2. Web conveyance (wind, unwind, steering, tension, etc.)3. Roll to Roll process related defects and root cause analysis
Physical job requirements1. Bending/twisting/pulling/pushing2. Standing for > 4 hrs. per day3. Lifting up to 40 lbs. 4. Use of respirators5. Operation of power trucks (including forklift)6. Work schedule is 8 hours M-Fri, possible A /B shift rotation
EOE Policy Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Estimated Salary: $30.00 - $33.00
Experience Level: 5-10 Years
Requisition ID: 2046
We are looking a Pilot Coating Technician in the Eastman Business Park in Rochester, NY
As a Pilot Technician you will be part of a team of technicians that operate multiple pilot coating facilities at Kodak's EBP location in Rochester, NY. These coating facilities provide both experimental and production coating services to a wide range of companies in technology areas that include batteries, photovoltaics, fuel cells, optical films, security films, electronic films, packaging films, and many more. The ideal candidate will have prior experience operating roll-to-roll processes using slot die and gravure application techniques.
Job Requirements:1. Roll-to-roll machine web line operation (unwind/convey/wind)2. Coating of solutions onto moving webs using various coating methods(slot die, gravure, flexographic printing). 3. Set up and operate delivery system equipment (pumps, filters, valves, etc.)4. Assist engineering staff with basic measurements of coated substrates(thickness, coat weight, uniformity, optical clarity, haze, etc)5. Assist engineering staff with quality system improvements in multiple areas (solution mixing, coating, slitting, and calendaring.
Skills required:1. Strong mechanical aptitude2. Basic computer aptitude (especially excel)3. Troubleshooting skills (cause/effect)4. Familiarity with basic quality tools (lean, six sigma, etc.)5. Familiarity with web conveying machines6. Use of basic measurement tools (micrometer, precision scales, pycnometer, tensiometer, etc)
Preferred experience:1. Working knowledge of coating methods (gravure, slot die and flexo)2. Web conveyance (wind, unwind, steering, tension, etc.)3. Roll to Roll process related defects and root cause analysis
Physical job requirements1. Bending/twisting/pulling/pushing2. Standing for > 4 hrs. per day3. Lifting up to 40 lbs. 4. Use of respirators5. Operation of power trucks (including forklift)6. Work schedule is 8 hours M-Fri, possible A /B shift rotation
EOE Policy Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Estimated Salary: $30.00 - $33.00
Experience Level: 5-10 Years
Requisition ID: 2046
Job ID: 522146980
Originally Posted on: 5/22/2026
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