Test Technician 2

Coherent Corp.•Bloomfield, CT

5h•$21 - $30•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 that require recognizing deviations from accepted practices, troubleshooting, and exercising sound judgment. The technician works with free-space optical components, supports production testing, and operates laser beam analyzers, optical power meters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The position requires a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual who can work with minimal supervision, manage several tasks in parallel, and communicate effectively with cross-functional groups. The technician contributes to continuous improvement and Lean initiatives, maintains a safe work environment, and may take on other duties as business needs require. Depending on location, the position may also support applicable quality and environmental management system standards. Employees are expected to uphold Coherent's ICARE values.

Requirements

Technical associate degree or certificate in Laser Electro Optics or a related discipline with zero years of experience, or at least two years of closely related opto-mechanical, electronics assembly, or test experience.
Mechanical and electrical assembly experience.
Approximately four 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 follow work instructions and interpret optical and electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, engineering plans, and specifications as required.
Ability to read drawings and use measurement instruments.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve moderately difficult issues, exercise sound judgment, and provide recommendations.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work with minimal supervision.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with cross-functional groups.
Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds occasionally.
Must follow site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. corporate EHS standards.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of laser components.
Military technical training or equivalent vocational training.

Responsibilities

Support production of high-power CO2 lasers.
Work with free-space optical components.
Troubleshoot problems, investigate root causes, and participate in identifying creative solutions.
Operate laser beam analyzers, optical power meters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes.
Manage multiple tasks and bring them to completion in a timely manner.
Support Lean initiatives, including weekly 3S and monthly 6S activities.
Ensure a safe work environment and cultivate safe behaviors; follow site EHS procedures and corporate EHS standards.
Depending on location, execute and maintain applicable quality and environmental management system standards.
Perform other duties as business needs require.
Adhere to the company's ICARE values.