Senior Crystal Growth Technician
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Job Location:
Budd Lake, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare verify and document raw materials dopants seeds and charge calculations per controlled procedures
- Assemble and inspect hot zones to ensure mechanical integrity and thermal symmetry
- Set up operate and monitor CZ growth systems for SGGG production; support additional oxide systems as needed
- Maintain operational control of key growth parameters to ensure repeatable execution within defined process windows
- Identify and respond to process drift equipment instability or infrastructure-related interruptions
- Execute controlled heat-up growth and cooldown sequences to minimize thermal stress and yield loss
- Perform in-process and post-growth evaluations in compliance with traceability and quality requirements
- Accurately record process data deviations and observations in controlled documentation systems
- Participate in root-cause investigations related to yield loss and equipment stability
- Train and mentor junior technicians; review setups for procedural compliance
- Maintain strict adherence to safety and high-temperature operating standards
Required Experience and Skills
- Minimum eight (8) years of experience in CZ crystal growth or high-temperature oxide manufacturing
- Proven ability to independently operate complex crystal growth systems in a production environment
- Strong knowledge of thermal management melt behavior and process repeatability
- Experience with controlled documentation deviation management and manufacturing discipline
- Demonstrated troubleshooting capability for crystal growth systems and infrastructure-related disruptions
- Mechanical aptitude for hot zone assembly and equipment upkeep
- Proficiency in data entry systems and Microsoft Office tools
- Strong attention to detail safety awareness and process ownership mindset
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology Materials Science or related technical discipline
- Experience with SGGG and/or similar high-temperature oxide materials
- Experience supporting transition from development to standardized production
- Experience mentoring less-experienced technicians
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.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Computer Operation
- Computer Skills
- Generator Repair
- Military Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Commercial Driving
- HVAC/R
- Ftp
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Medical Imaging
- Troubleshooting
About Company
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 ... View more
