Production Crystal Fabrication Technician

Coherent • Budd Lake, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Currently seeking a Optical / Semiconductor Fabrication Technician to support the R&D, production, and high volume manufacturing of laser optic products in our Budd Lake NJ facility. Responsibilities include crystal fabrication, support maintenance related fabrication and machining equipment. Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts on a 4/3 day rotating schedule.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus additional training in fabrication/machining practices
• Minimum 3 years of relevant fabrication and machine shop experience in an optics or semiconductor manufacturing support environment
• Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain and repair fabrication process tools (Multi Wire-Saws, Cylindrical Grinders, X-Ray Orientation Equipment, Cleaning Benches, etc.) in a semiconductor or optical materials environment
• Familiarity with general machine tools (mill, lathe, etc.) in a model shop environment
• Ability to read CAD drawings in the machining/fabrication of equipment parts, tools, semiconductor ingots and substrates
• Must be comfortable carefully handling and loading/unloading high-value and heavy crystals
• Demonstrated ability to maintain shop operations independently
• Ability to recommend and implement improvements
• Experience with networked PC based computer system (MS Office, spreadsheets, access, graphics, Email, MRP systems, and accounting software)

Nice To Haves

• An associate’s degree in field of engineering technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain fabrication equipment including x-ray diffraction orientation grinding and inspection tooling
• Follow technical drawings, specifications, and production procedures
• Use precision measuring tools and testing equipment
• Record production data, test results, and material usage
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot process issues
• Handle chemicals and materials safely according to workplace procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and contamination-controlled work area
• Follow safety, quality-control, and environmental regulations
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to improve processes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED