Environmental Testing Technician
Environmental Testing Technician
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Job Description
The Environmental Test Technician assists in the creation and execution of written Standard Manufacturing Procedures and detailed Work Instructions to perform inspection environmental testing and disposition of a variety of thin film coated optics in support of the Optical Coating Department.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
In support of and under minimal supervision the Environmental Test Technician inspects environmentally tests and dispositions optical thin film coatings on witness coupons in a high-paced production department. This position focuses on the execution monitoring and detailed inspection of accelerated aging tests performed on thin film coatings to determine pass/fail of product (temperature humidity salt fog adhesion etc).
The optics and associated witness samples for measurement require careful handling and attention to detail as parts in this stage are typically considered finished goods and can be easily damaged if meticulous protocols are not followed. The work for this role includes:
- Organize and maintain samples and sample traceability provided from various departments for contract specified environmental testing requirements
- Organize testing by schedules provided via department management and Planning function
- Keep detailed meticulous records to provide objective evidence of sample traceability and proof of sample testing and results per requirements
- Maintain detailed filing of records for the purpose of retention in accordance with customer contracts or AS9100 standard and requirements
- Set up perform and report on testing per MIL-specifications or other program requirements
- Learn to operate maintain troubleshoot and keep in calibration a variety of environmental test equipment (humidity/salt fog chambers temperature test equipment abrasion testers etc)
- Effectively utilize typical environmental testing tools and instruments such as pH meters multimeters tweezes abrasion tools loupes and microscopes
- Gain exposure to and cross-train with Coating Metrology function performing spectral testing pre and post environmental testing
- Maintain a clean organized and auditable environment
- Must be able to work flexible hours.
Education & Experience
- 2 years minimum experience as an Optical Inspector Technician or equivalent within an optics with environmental test equipment optical quality inspection optical test & alignment equipment spectrophotometers and metrology methods is preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED
- U.S. Citizenship required
Skills
- Mathematical Skills
- Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
- Language Skills
- Effective verbal communication.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules Standard Manufacturing Procedures Work Instructions and equipment operating manuals.
- Reasoning Ability
- Ability to comprehend and apply common sense understanding sufficient to carry out instructions in written oral and diagram form.
- Demonstrated ability to properly and consistently handle optics and windows without causing damage.
- Demonstrates basic understanding ofthe fundamental principles of optical thin-film testing tooling and technology.
Working Conditions
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
- Work in areas with fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Noise level Usually moderate
Physical Requirements
- Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time.
- Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
- Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other employees accurately loudly or quickly.
- Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound.
- Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Working with Hand / Fingers.Picking pinching typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
- Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
- Feeling.Perceiving attributes of objects such as size shape temperature or texture by touching with skin particularly that of fingertips.
- Requiring close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
CultureCommitment
Ensure adherence to companys 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. 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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
