R&D Technician at Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Basic Function of the Job

• Conduct R&D activities including work related to battery chemical experiments and characterization with different analytical or other instruments, constructions of prototypes and pilot scale equipment, etc.
• Data acquisition and report preparation for internal and external customer evaluations.
• Assists and supports CTO Office R&D activities, as required and directed, in order to sustain research, technology development, product development, operational efficiency, and quality improvement.

1. Experiment & Process

• Perform R&D activities including chemical experiments related to batteries and adhere to all activity schedules.
• Work instructions are explicitly followed. Contributes towards work instruction improvement. Write or update procedures as required and keep current on all work instructions.
• Raw material streams are properly applied and are reproducible by following the appropriate work instructions.
• Relevant and reliable data is collected, documented and organized into the appropriate format.
• Observe and report process/production equipment deviations and events. Troubleshoot and repair equipment as necessary.
• Enter R&D experiment, process and test data into the appropriate database. Maintain these databases as required by contracts or production
• Control system acceptance tests and the related commissioning startup checklists are accurate, complete and well organized.
• All required or assigned equipment or process maintenance logs are accurate, complete and well organized.

• Construction of process equipment for R&D and production is done per specification and direction.
• Operate, maintain, order and organize fabrication equipment as required.
• Effective troubleshooting and repair assistance is provided to meet project or process expectations.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas as required.
• Procedures and accepted practices are followed without deviation
• No \"rework\" is caused by failure to follow direction, specifications or procedures.
• Expectations and timelines are met or exceeded without the sacrifice of safety and/or product quality.
• Communication between the technician and others concerning assigned work issues is professional, timely, accurate and reliable.

• Department information systems, records, reports and metrics are accurate and generated on time.
• Responsible for maintaining a quality work environment housekeeping standards. Work area is kept clean and all safety procedures are followed. The effort required to keep all general areas clean and organized is appropriately shared.
• The effort required to keep all safety and general use supplies adequately stocked is appropriately shared.
• The effort required to keep assigned process areas clean and organized is appropriately shared.
• Adapts readily to changes in work caused by new requirements and/or situations.
• A high standard of ethics, professionalism, competency, and quality is established and maintained.
• Role model for Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Satisfaction and Business Results.
• Effectiveness: Deals well with differences of opinion, manner and style; Seeks ideas from others; Builds positive attitudes; Pursues simple solutions to everyday problems.
• Teamwork: Nurtures a cohesive working group; Demonstrates commitment and enthusiasm for Company and Departmental goals; Demonstrates cooperation and coordination with all participants in activities.
• Communication: Expresses ideas openly, accurately and succinctly in both oral and written forms; Effectively listens to and assimilates information from others; Presents organized trains of thought; Assures timely and adequate information exchanges.
• Employee Success and Growth Process: Completes his own ESGP activities on-time.

• Support special projects as required.
• Report on projects and make recommendations to the supervisor.

• Associate Degree or Some College
• Trade school graduate or equivalent
• 2 years in a high-tech manufacturing, chemical laboratory or similar environment
• 1 year of chemical R&D or manufacturing, crystal growth or other related experience

• Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working with others
• Ability to recommend and implement improvements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be proficient in the use of computer equipment, basic mechanical tools and basic laboratory equipment
• Must demonstrate a high degree of organization, accountability and the ability to take actions independently; Must be able to operate with little or no supervision
• Must be able to multi-task with several jobs at once
• Must be flexible for shift assignments and overtime as dictated by R&D needs
• Must demonstrate good analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• Must participate in II-VI sponsored training as assigned by management
• Must be able to wear all job required PPE and follow all job specific safety protocols
• Must be able to react at the operational level during incident/emergency situations involving assigned process and associated chemicals
• Must be able to perform Specifically Assigned Responsibilities as required
• Must be able to perform "Specifically Assigned Responsibilities", as required
• Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Lab/manufacturing environment, clean room.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at II-VI:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Coherent Corp is looking for a dedicated candidate for a R&D Technician position in supporting research and development activities for developing high energy batteries for special applications and for next-gen EV and consumer electronics markets. The candidate with a associate degree or partial college educations is encouraged to apply, and the candidate with at least one year experiences in high-tech R&D environment is a plus.