Precision Machine Operator - Off shift

CoherentSaxonburg, PA
Onsite

About The Position

Plano and cylinder mirrors and lens components are machined to the size requirements of drawings, engineering specifications and/or II-VI standard specifications on a diamond flycut machine. All parts must be handled in a proper manner as to prevent damage to the parts. Measurement of critical dimensions of the part prior to processing to determine if the part will be within the blank specifications. Responsible for controlling and verifying part thickness and figure. Parts are routinely measured to guarantee that all parts produced meet specification. Understanding and utilizing the correct machine setup. Tool set-up for various materials is performed according to established procedures. Flywheel is accurately balanced and head tilt adjustments made. Process notes are maintained to record key manufacturing parameters and issues. Work instructions are followed. Work order report sheets are utilized to note process variation. First time yield is accurately documented. The operator must be able to work independently to solve minor problems on a diamond flycutter; where appropriate the nature and solution to the problem should be reported to the supervisor or shift lead. Production activities are wanded accurately. Quality documentation is completed as required and the machine maintenance and incident reports are completed when necessary. Develop a good understanding for the QA procedures associated with testing of flycut diamond turned components. Opportunities to multitask and run multiple machines to ensure maximum production output without making errors. Errors and accidents are reported immediately to the shift lead, maintenance supervisor, or engineers. Root cause analysis and corrective actions are fully supported. Operators are required to verify all setups to ensure the machine will not crash. All II-VI and departmental safety practices and procedures are followed at all times. All areas are maintained in an organized manner. Ensure equipment is maintained based on preventative schedules. Maintenance requirements and machine or utility anomalies are reported promptly to the supervisor.

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
  • Follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
  • Adhere to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.

Nice To Haves

  • Opportunities to multitask and run multiple machines to ensure maximum production output without making errors

Responsibilities

  • Plano and cylinder mirrors and lens components are machined 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 to prevent damage.
  • 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.
  • Independently solve minor problems on a diamond flycutter, reporting the nature and solution to the supervisor or shift lead where appropriate.
  • Accurately wand production activities.
  • Complete quality documentation as required.
  • Complete 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 II-VI and departmental safety practices and procedures.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
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