Photonics Technician

We are seeking a Photonics Technician to join our semiconductor manufacturing team in our Traverse City, Michigan facility. The successful candidate will be able to perform detailed assembly work on small components while following prescribed quality standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand and follow detailed working instructions in controlled documentation and manufacturing policies and procedures
• Perform work using a high-power microscope
• Follow all cleanroom procedures and policies
• Perform a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies
• Routinely use hand tools, tweezers, oven, hot plates, crimps and microscopes
• Clean and fasten optics and mechanical parts utilizing various chemical solvents and adhesives
• Follow company procedures for engineering change notices, non-conforming product, customer concerns, returned goods, and report to proper personnel
• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines, while meeting production goals and schedules.
• Transact work order in Oracle and Cumulus systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Some experience in manufacturing preferred
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, etc)
• Clean room environment and Lean Manufacturing background is a plus

Skills

• Due to ITAR regulations, U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident Alien Status required
• Good hand and eye coordination is required
• Ability to multi-task and switch from task to task at short notice is a desirable quality
• Communicate with supervisor regularly (several times a week) to convey work status
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work with others in a teamwork environment
• Maintain a high level of quality while functioning within a busy work environment
• Recognize potential problem areas & communicate to supervisor
• Seek additional tasks for completion whenever possible
• Monitor in process parts and communicate to inventory control
• Prepare products for shipping by completing necessary documentation and packaging of product
• Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a cleanroom environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to wear cleanroom garments for an 8-hour shift
• Able to work in the area of strong magnetic fields

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.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – 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."