Diamond Turning Technician V

Under minimum supervision and utilizing own experience and knowledge of diamond turning processes, sets up and runs 2-axis diamond turning machines.  Works on volume production and specialty runs which are highly complex or involve the production of prototypes.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Accurately program and operate Diamond Turning machines, including Nanoform 200/250/700 aspheric generator machine.
• Learn to use other advanced precision machinery as time permits, including Form Talysurf, White Light Interferometry, Interferometers, and CMM's
• Identify surface quality of various materials such as Aluminum, Zinc, Germanium, and Silicon.
• Clean parts using acetone and other cleaning chemicals.
• Read from blueprints to determine requirement of part.
• Use measuring and inspection devices to measure and inspect parts for compliance to manufacturing tolerances.
• Provide inspection data electronically or hand-written as required.

Education & Experience

• High school or GED, and completion of CNC Programming Trade school or relevant course work preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate all department machinery with over 6 years directly related training and/or experience.
• Experience with Optical Manufacturing and handling a plus
• Experience with support metrology (CMM, Interferometry, Talysurf) a plus
• Basic computer skills with understanding of G-Codes and M-Codes

Skills

• Mathematical Skills
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, angle and volume.  
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Language Skills
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  
• Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Knowledge and skill in applying mechanical and standardized analytical and evaluative methods, techniques, procedures and/or policies which relate to diamond turning processes.  

Working Conditions

• Noise level – Usually moderate
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Work in areas with fumes, or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
• Required to function in narrow aisles or passageways

Physical Requirements

• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. 
• Working with Hand / Fingers. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers repeatedly.
• Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Wear safety gear for extended period of time
• Requiring visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operates machines; performs mechanical or skilled trade’s tasks of a non-repetitive nature. 

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."