Precision Machine Operator - Off shift

Coherent•Saxonburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Precision Machine Operator is responsible for machining plano and cylinder mirrors and lens components to precise size requirements using a diamond flycut machine. This role involves careful handling of parts to prevent damage, measuring critical dimensions before and during processing to ensure specifications are met, and controlling part thickness and figure. The operator must understand and utilize correct machine setups, perform tool setups for various materials, and accurately balance the flywheel and adjust head tilt. Documentation of manufacturing parameters, issues, and first-time yield is required, along with adherence to work instructions and safety practices. The operator is expected to work independently to solve minor problems, report errors and accidents, and support root cause analysis. Opportunities exist to multitask and operate multiple machines to maximize production output while maintaining quality. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a clean room environment.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED
0-2 years’ manufacturing experience
Well-developed communication and organizational skills
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to handle diverse detailed tasks
Ability to work with minimal supervision and adjust to daily work requirements
Ability to read drawings and engineering notes
Must be both team-oriented and self-motivated
Competent math skills
Strong attention to detail and quality
Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires a U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien, or protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Responsibilities

Machine plano and cylinder mirrors and lens components to the size requirements of drawings, engineering specifications and/or II-VI standard specifications on a diamond flycut machine
Handle all parts in a proper manner as to prevent damage to the parts
Measure critical dimensions of the part prior to processing to determine if the part will be within the blank specifications
Control and verify part thickness and figure
Routinely measure parts to guarantee that all parts produced meet specification
Understand and utilize the correct machine setup
Perform tool set-up for various materials according to established procedures
Accurately balance flywheel and make head tilt adjustments
Maintain process notes to record key manufacturing parameters and issues
Follow work instructions
Utilize work order report sheets to note process variation
Accurately document first time yield
Work independently to solve minor problems on a diamond flycutter; report the nature and solution to the problem to the supervisor or shift lead where appropriate
Wand production activities accurately
Complete quality documentation as required and machine maintenance and incident reports when necessary
Develop a good understanding for the QA procedures associated with testing of flycut diamond turned components
Multitask and run multiple machines to ensure maximum production output without making errors
Report errors and accidents immediately to the shift lead, maintenance supervisor, or engineers
Fully support root cause analysis and corrective actions
Verify all setups to ensure the machine will not crash
Follow all Coherent and departmental safety practices and procedures at all times
Maintain all areas in an organized manner
Ensure equipment is maintained based on preventative schedules
Report maintenance requirements and machine or utility anomalies promptly to the supervisor