Manufacturing Tech - Assembly & Test at Coherent in East Granby, Connecticut

Job Description:

Job Description and Responsibilities:

Coherent is a world leader of lasers and laser-based technology for materials processing, microelectronics, scientific, life sciences and medical customers. The light we deliver touches almost every aspect of human life-vision correction to cell analysis, precision welding to 3-D metal printing, gravity wave detection to brain research. Put your talents to work at Coherent where you can create and innovate enabling technologies that will push the frontiers of science and technology.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician to work in our Sensors Business Unit in East Granby, Connecticut. Responsibilities for this role include:

• Assemble fiber optic products


• Operate fiber fusion splicers, cleavers, polisher, and other processing and testing equipment


• Work per standard operation procedures


• Document the manufacturing process as required


• Inspect parts/assemblies under microscope


• Perform basic equipment maintenance & calibration


• Troubleshoot equipment as needed


• Complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing


• Assist recommending solutions to technical problems


• May assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment


• Assist engineers as needed


• Cross-training in other areas as needed

Education and Work Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Previous experience or practice executing delicate tasks with small, fragile parts


• Computer literacy including data entry in Excel


• Ability to see details at close range


• Excellent hand to eye coordination

• Desired Qualifications:


• Previous experience testing optical fibers, fiber components or fiber based systems


• Optical fiber coiling or handling experience


• Experience with inspection or working with precision under microscope


• Process documentation experience

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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