Optician II; HSPP - 2nd Shift

Optician II (HSPP) - 2nd Shift at Coherent Corp.

Under minimum supervision, the Optician will fabricate optical parts following established procedures utilizing one or more standard processes.

• Hands-on Optical Fabrication
  • Ability to perform fabrication processes such as cleaning, grinding, polishing, and beveling
  • Ability to use various forms of metrology for data collection and inspection
  • Experience with hand-tools such as micrometer, depth gauge, and comparators
  • Perform routine machine cleaning and maintenance on production equipment
• Part Handling, Inspection, and Identification
  • Read from blueprints and work instructions to determine part requirements
  • Clean parts using acetone and other cleaning chemicals
  • Identify surface quality of various optical materials
  • Measurement of surface roughness, figure, radius, and other opto-mechanical requirements
  • Data entry on computer systems

• High school or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Previous training in CNC programming helpful.

• 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.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Reasoning Ability
  • 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.

• Regularly Required To
  • Sit, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms
  • Demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity and care when handling delicate parts
• Frequently Required To
  • Talk and hear
  • Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently
  • Must be able to move up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without assistance
• Vision Requirements
  • Close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to inspect parts using an eye loupe and read small graduations on a micrometer and depth gauge
  • Must be able to wear safety gear for extended periods of time

• All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards, including the use of proper PPE as required.
• Managers will ensure that safety and environmental procedures are followed, risk assessments are performed, training and PPE are available, and compliance is monitored.
• Depending on location, this position may be responsible for ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards within the Quality and Environmental Management Systems.

• 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.