Optician

Coherent
Saxonburg, PA
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in light manufacturing and high-precision machine operation.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on manufacturing experience and a background in optics handling
    — “Handles optics with care. Take precautions to protect optics during handling and measuring.”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and can interpret technical drawings
    — “Ability to interpret mechanical drawings”

Things to consider

  • The role involves working with hazardous materials and requires strict adherence to safety protocols.
    — “The correct safety equipment and personal protective clothing must be used in all activities.”
  • Long hours of standing and exposure to noisy, dirty environments are expected.
    — “Some manufacturing areas within the department can be noisy, dirty and require working with hazardous materials.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with high-precision machine operation and optics handling in your resume.
    — “Continual operation of the machine in an efficient manner.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to troubleshoot and work with engineering teams during interviews.
    — “Work with supervisor and technical lead to troubleshoot and resolve problems.”
  • Emphasize any prior experience with maintaining mechanical specifications and documentation.
    — “Maintaining, verifying, and recording mechanical specifications per the drawing into databases or data sheets when required.”
  • Showcase your attention to detail and organizational skills in your application materials.
    — “Attention to detail and organizational skills”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • Operated machines efficiently
  • Met production specifications
Typical background
ManufacturingLight Manufacturing

Skills & requirements

Required

Manufacturing ProcessesMachine OperationAttention To DetailMultitasking

Preferred

Light Manufacturing ExperienceMechanical Drawings Interpretation

Stack & domain

ManufacturingLight ManufacturingMachine OperationProgrammingSet-upAdjustmentsHandling OpticsMechanical DrawingsAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsMultitaskingTeamworkProblem-solvingLeadershipLaboratory

About the role

Original posting from Coherent

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Follows all work instructions, procedures, and documents on manufacturing processes.Reads drawing and engineering sheets for specifications and requirements.Perform initial programming and set-up of the machine for standard orders. Requires selecting appropriate tools to complete the job.Performs machine adjustments as needed to achieve the desired results.Continual operation of the machine in an efficient manner.Accurately and consistently wands into the production order being worked on.Handles optics with care. Take precautions to protect optics during handling and measuring.Completed parts must meet or exceed specifications.Maintains machines during and after operations.Maintaining, verifying, and recording mechanical specifications per the drawing into databases or data sheets when required.Work with engineering to continually improve the processes and products.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED required.2-5 years' experience in light manufacturing preferred but not required.

Skills

Attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to multitaskMust be both team oriented and self-motivatedAbility to take direction from supervisorMust work with supervisor and technical lead to troubleshoot and resolve problemsAbility to interpret mechanical drawings

Working Conditions

Manufacturing and laboratory conditions involving the use of high-precision machines.The correct safety equipment and personal protective clothing must be used in all activities.The use of chemicals such as acetone, acetic acid, IPA, detergents, polishes and coolants.Standing for long periods.Some manufacturing areas within the department can be noisy, dirty and require working with hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements

Standing 6-8 hours a daySitting 0-2 hours per dayMaximum lifting/pulling of 25 lbs

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.

 If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

Source: Coherent careers

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