Test Technician 2

Coherent•Bloomfield, CT

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Coherent Corp. is seeking a Test Technician to support production of high-power CO2 lasers at its Bloomfield, Connecticut facility. The role involves semi-routine assignments requiring the ability to recognize deviations from accepted practices, test digital and/or analog systems, read drawings, and use measurement instruments. The position works with free-space optical components and requires careful troubleshooting, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.

Requirements

Technical associate degree or certificate in Laser Electro Optics or a related discipline, with no experience required; or at least 2 years of closely related opto-mechanical, electronics assembly, or test experience.
Mechanical and electrical assembly experience.
Approximately 4 years of experience with hand tools and power tools, soldering equipment, vacuum systems, and electrical equipment.
Experience testing digital and/or analog systems.
Ability to read drawings and use measurement instruments.
Ability to follow work instructions and interpret optical and electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, engineering plans, and specifications.
Ability to apply sound judgment in troubleshooting and resolving moderately difficult issues and to provide recommendations.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and interact effectively with cross-functional groups.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, time-management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds on occasion.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of laser components.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Responsibilities

Work on semi-routine assignments and recognize deviations from accepted practices.
Work with free-space optical components.
Troubleshoot problems, pursue root causes, and identify opportunities for continual improvement.
Manage multiple tasks in parallel and bring them to completion in a timely manner.
Participate in identifying creative solutions and approaches to problems.
Operate laser beam analyzers, optical power meters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes.
Support Lean initiatives, including weekly 3S and monthly 6S activities.
Help ensure a safe work environment and cultivate safe behaviors.
Follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Depending on location, execute and maintain applicable quality and environmental management standards, including ISO 9000, 9001, and 14001.
Adhere to the company's ICARE values.
Perform other duties as business needs require.