Optician I - Sapphire FAB
Murrieta, CA, United States (On-site)
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Under minimum supervision, the Optician will fabricate optical parts following established procedures utilizing one or more standard processes.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Hands-on Optical Fabrication – 75%
Performs all the following fabrication processes: cleaning, grinding sawing, beveling, and blocking
Be able to grind plano/spherical parts to tight tolerances
Be able to maintain .0001” parallelism over 26” block and flatness to ¼ wave over 8” aperture
Able to use calibrated test plate to interpret surface flatness
Maintain production process equipment using standard operating procedures
Capable of reading test plates, Mahr, micrometers and ultra-sonic gauges to produce specifications to WI’s
Complete general orientation of Sapphire Ops / Facility and SOPs for employee conduct related to EH&S. This includes the operation of the crane system
Block/Deblocking of large panels and 13” rounds
Hands on in the spindle grinding area. Includes contact plates, test plates, 22” and 26” sapphire blocked panels
Materials Handling & Safety – 5%
Follow proper material handling procedures for each material used
Follow proper safety rules and precautions, policies and procedures specific to fabrication processes, including the use of protective apparel
Tools & Solvent Use – 5%
Use hand tools such as micrometer for diameter of lens, depth gauge with bar for SAG, group gauge on fixture for wedge, drop gauge for center thickness, calipers for diameter of lens, dial comparator for curve of radii, vapor degreaser air gun
Paperwork & Recordkeeping – 5%
Complete necessary paperwork and record manually
Training & supervise – 5%
May train employees in the grinding area only
Have clarification of objectives, participation, communication and an active willingness to help your peers, techs, process engineers and supervisors to meet customer deliveries and company objectives
Help management to promote teamwork participation
Education & Experience
High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend English language, blueprints and written instructions.
Ability to understand verbally the English language and follow directions.
To achieve this position, must demonstrate expertise in the grinding area and have basic knowledge in one other area of the fabrication processes, and possess 1+ years directly related experience or education.
Skills
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimals and fractions.
Ability to use a scientific calculator and perform basic calculations.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate in English and speak effectively before small groups of employees in the organization.
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.
Ability to anticipate problems and proactively identify potential problems.
Physical Requirements
Standing- Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Walking- about on Foot to accomplish tasks in times for long distances from one site to another.
Sedentary- Fine Work with hands /tedious work/and detailed hand work.
Lifting - will be required to lift 35-50lbs
Wear safety gear for long periods of time.
Ability to read and understand different measuring instruments and hand tooling.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standard
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. 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."
ABOUT US
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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
II-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company, offering careers in offices and campuses in California, Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. We work with emerging technology in areas of atmospheric sensing and imaging, adaptive optics, optical communications, coherent beam combining, and numerical performance analysis of atmospheric optics systems. II-VI A&D has recently been awarded several new government contracts and we are offering opportunities to leverage your technical experience and interpersonal skills for something more than a simple paycheck. If this sounds like the type of environment you are seeking at this point in your career, and if your background meets these qualifications, please apply. We will offer a competitive salary and benefits. Since II-VI A&D is a rapidly expanding organization, it means that significant opportunities exists for career advancement and professional development.