Optical Coating Tech II (2nd Shift)

Coherent Corp. Vietnam•Murrieta, CA

166d•Onsite

About The Position

The Optical Coating Tech II supports the manufacturing and production of advanced optical components used in aerospace and defense applications. This role is responsible for the preparation, deposition, and quality assurance of thin-film coatings on optical substrates, following standard operating procedures with direct supervision of tasks. This position will be hired to work on 2nd shift.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED or equivalent related experience
Minimum of 2 years of optics, coating, cleanroom, deposition/thin film experience highly preferred
Experience in an aerospace/semiconductor/manufacturing environment highly preferred
Ability to clean, handle and inspect fragile and delicate components with care
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal directions and written procedures
Effective communication and collaboration amongst peers and with direct supervisor
Flexibility to adapt to changing production schedule/assignments/demands and priorities

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years of optics, coating, cleanroom, deposition/thin film experience highly preferred
Experience in an aerospace/semiconductor/manufacturing environment highly preferred

Responsibilities

Follow both written and electronic work instructions, job aids, checklists and standard procedures
Report issues, discrepancies or uncertainties to supervisor and engineering
Delicately handle and clean optical surfaces utilizing a variety of chemical and mechanical means
Inspect optics to ensure surface cleanliness and complete removal of all residue and particulate contamination prior to coating
Learn and perform all aspects of vacuum coating chamber preparations and operations to include cleaning, foiling, sandblasting, and installing of system components and chemicals for deposition
Load optics into designated tooling or fixtures in preparation for coating
Operate, monitor, and record critical parameters of coating deposition during thin film production
Unload coated optics and re-inspect for quality and to assure that no physical damage has occurred
Prevent or correct deficiencies in surface quality and workmanship
Work with maintenance, engineering, quality and operations teams to executive daily work
Complete required training on time and with proficiency as required