Incoming QA Inspection - Coating Technician

We are seeking a Quality Incoming Inspection/Coat Technician in our Budd Lake, NJ facility. This role is responsible for inspecting, cleaning, labeling, and packaging optical substrates, as well as providing support to the coating department on an as needed basis.  Approx. 70% of the time will be SPC data collection including measuring, inspecting & cleaning optical crystal surfaces, packaging & labeling.  The other 30% will be used for providing tech support to the coating department. Duties include cleaning & fixturing crystals to be coated, testing for reflectivity, and possibly labeling, packing & closing out the WO on the system.  Responsibilities are listed below:

• SPC data collection
• Measuring dimensions of crystals
• Determine if component surface quality is fully compliant to a drawing or specification
• Perform orientation testing and verification of crystals
• Follow ISO procedures and policies
• Preparation of optical substrates for thin film disposition
• Loading crystals into fixtures; clean & inspect under a microscope
• Unload coated crystals from fixtures & inspect surface quality under a microscope per ANSI, Mil standard or ISO.
• Inspect and final clean per production schedule
• Perform NCR for rejected parts
• Pack & label per specification or customer requirement
• Close WO out on system in preparation for shipment

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• 3+ years previous experience in material inspection
• Demonstrated ability to see and handle small parts
• Previous experience using a microscope
• Must be able to work on repetitive tasks
• Familiar with calipers & using tweezers
• Basic data entry skills
• Willing/able to work in a cleanroom environment, fully gowned
• Willing/able to work with minimal exposure to chemicals such as, methanol and isopropanol

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an optics manufacturing environment or similar technical training
• Some college in physics, chemistry, engineering and/or math
• Experience in optics cleaning and inspection
• Experience in optical coating technologies
• Familiar with ZYGO instrumentation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.
• Accurate data entry skills MRP/ERP experience

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.