Glassworking Technician – Coherent – East Granby, CT

Job Description and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for glassworking on standard production preforms within Nufern’s cleanroom facility in accordance with operating procedures.
• Perform a wide variety of glassworking operations with a Hydrogen/Oxygen torch and glassworking lathes.
• Acid etch clean and then prep glass tubes, core rods, and preforms.
• Monitor glass jacketing production runs and make adjustments.
• Troubleshoot basic process and equipment problems.
• Document process parameters, and perform SAP transactions.
• Perform basic torch and lathe maintenance.
• Perform in-process Quality Control inspection and testing.
• Work closely with Fiber Draw team.
• Assist Technologists and Engineers as needed for developmental work.
• Other glass-working duties as necessary for production support. Cross-train in other areas as needed.

Education and Work Experience:

• Two+ years of experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment, or Associates degree in Laser Electro-Optics or Photonics.
• Computer proficiency, basic Excel skills required. Previous glassworking or welding experience strongly desired.
• Computer literacy including basic Excel skills.
• Fine motor skills and dexterity for manually manipulating glass.
• Ability to safely handle liquid and gaseous chemicals.
• Must be conscientious and detail-oriented.
• Knowledge of production concepts such as calibration and quality systems.
• Ability to understand, follow and in some cases create documented operation procedures.
• Ability to multi-task and switch from task to task at short notice is a desirable quality
• Must be able and willing to work independently for long periods of time with minimal supervision.
• Reports to a supervisor and follows a set of standards and procedures to perform routine work.
• Seeks supervisory approval on non-routine matters.
• Participation in group discussions required to discuss and refine procedures and process improvements.
• Related technical or engineering-based associate degree or certificate program is a plus.

Please also apply on the Coherent Website under job ID # 6589: https://www.coherent.com/company/job-search

Job Type: Full-time