Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides engineering support in the PM&O department, with an emphasis on specific manufacturing areas within the department. 
• Utilizes problem solving methods to resolve process issues that negatively impact yields and productivity.
• Initiates process improvement projects that help continuously improve the department.
• Develops processes, work instructions and tooling for both current production needs and newly developed processes.
• Reviews and approves quotes, taking exceptions to the requested specifications when necessary, requiring a good understanding of the manufacturing capabilities of the department. 
• Assists the workforce in performing at a high level of productivity, quality and efficiency.

Education & Experience

• Experience: 0-3 years in a preferably optics or other highly technical manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Optics or Engineering

Skills

• Problem solving, fault isolation and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong background in math and mechanics
• Optical/mechanical metrology capabilities
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Power Point

Working Conditions

• The engineering office and most manufacturing and optical testing areas are clean working areas. Some manufacturing areas within the department can be noisy, dirty and require working with hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements

• At times, this job could require standing for the majority of the workday while working on the shop floor, learning processes and completing process development and improvement tasks. At times, lifting items weighing up to 20lbs may be necessary. Most of the time will be split between sitting at a desk working at a computer and moving throughout the department to speak to operators and work on projects.

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

• 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.