Optical Surface Technician

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Under direct supervision, the Optical Surface Tech I follows written Standard Manufacturing Procedures and detailed Work Instructions to process a variety of optics through inspection, cleaning and loading/unloading for coating operations. The assigned optics is generally not large or fragile but can be easily damaged if not carefully handled following meticulous protocol. 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 clean and inspected 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. Prevents or corrects deficiencies in surface quality and workmanship. Timely and accurate completion of defined documentation and entry of data into established data bases. Education & Experience Education/Learning Experience High School Diploma or GED. Work Experience: Requires basic knowledge of job procedures or experience. Successful completion of all training requirements as an Optical Surface Tech Trainee Skills Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. 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 Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Work in areas with fumes, or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level - Usually moderate Physical Requirements Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other employees accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. 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. Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Requiring close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 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. citizen, 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."