Machine Operator

Coherent Corp.•Clinton Township, PA

12h•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Machine Operator follows manufacturing work instructions, procedures, and documentation; reads drawings and engineering sheets; and programs and sets up machines for standard orders, including selecting suitable tooling. The operator adjusts and runs machines efficiently, records production orders accurately, handles optics carefully, and ensures completed parts meet or exceed specifications. The role also includes maintaining machines and recording mechanical specifications in databases or data sheets when required, as well as working with engineering to improve processes and products. The position is performed in manufacturing and laboratory environments using high-precision machines. Employees must use appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing. Work may involve chemicals, and some department areas may be noisy, dirty, or involve hazardous materials. The work requires standing for extended periods and lifting or pulling up to 25 pounds. Employees must follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. corporate EHS standards. Depending on location, the role may also support applicable quality and environmental management standards, including ISO 9000, 9001, and 14001.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask.
Team-oriented and self-motivated approach.
Ability to take direction from a supervisor.
Ability to work with a supervisor and technical lead to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings.
Ability to stand 6–8 hours per day and sit 0–2 hours per day.
Ability to lift or pull up to 25 pounds.
Use required safety equipment and personal protective clothing.

Nice To Haves

Two to five years of light manufacturing experience; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Follow work instructions, procedures, and documents for manufacturing processes.
Read drawings and engineering sheets to understand specifications and requirements.
Program and set up machines for standard orders, including selecting appropriate tooling.
Adjust machines as needed to achieve desired results and operate them efficiently.
Accurately and consistently wand into the production order being worked on.
Handle and measure optics carefully, taking precautions to protect them.
Ensure completed parts meet or exceed specifications.
Maintain machines during and after operations.
Maintain, verify, and record mechanical specifications from drawings in databases or data sheets when required.
Work with engineering to continually improve processes and products.
Follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. corporate EHS standards.
Depending on location, execute and maintain applicable quality and environmental management standards.