Optical Coating Tech I

Under direct supervision, the Optical Coating Tech I follows written Standard Manufacturing Procedures and detailed Work Instructions to process a variety of optics through coating operations. This position will be hired to work on 1st Shift.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, the Optical Coating Tech I follows written Standard Manufacturing Procedures and detailed Work Instructions to process a variety of optics through inspection, cleaning, loading/unloading, and operation of coating equipment. The assigned optics is generally not large or fragile but can be easily damaged if not carefully handled following meticulous protocol.  This is a 1st shift position. 

The work includes such as:

• Clean optical surfaces utilizing a variety of chemical and mechanical means. 
• Inspect optics to assure complete removal of all surface residue and particulates.
• Utilizing scratch and dig standards and designated reticles, assure no rejectable physical damage is present.
• Load optics into designated tooling or fixtures in preparation for coating.
• Unload coated optics and re-inspect for coating quality and to assure that no physical damage has occurred.
• Prevent or correct deficiencies in surface quality and workmanship. 
• Operation of coating equipment that applies coating onto optics.
• Primarily coats standard and some engineering coating designs on optical substrates.
• Performs support functions to keep the equipment and process running effectively.
• Timely and accurate completion of defined documentation and entry of data into established databases.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent related experience.
• Typically requires a minimum of 1-2 years of related experience; broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through work experience. May require vocational or technical education.
• Demonstrates proficiency in vacuum systems and optical coatings.

Skills

• Mathematical Skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Language Skills
  • Effective verbal communication.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, Standard Manufacturing Procedures, Work Instructions and equipment operating manuals.
• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to comprehend and apply common sense understanding sufficient to carry out instructions in written, oral and diagram form.
• Demonstrated ability to properly and consistently handle optics and windows without causing damage
• Demonstrates basic understanding of the coating process

Working Conditions

• The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/loud.

Physical Requirements

• The employee will frequently need to be able to lift up to 5-25lbs during routine work with or without assistance. Clean room protocols and PPE will be necessary to work in this position.

Safety Requirements

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

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."