3rd Shift MCVD Operator: Glassworking & High-Temp Processes

Coherent Corp.; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a skilled manufacturing professional to set up, operate, and monitor MCVD lathes and gas delivery systems in a high-temperature, glass-working environment.

The role involves preparing glass tubes, controlling process parameters, and performing routine maintenance within a cleanroom setting. Ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma and 5+ years in manufacturing, fiber optics, or related fields, with familiarity in MCVD and high-temperature processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or associate degree preferred.
• Five years’ experience in manufacturing, fiber optics, semiconductor, or chemical processing preferred.
• Experience with MCVD, glass-working, or high-temperature processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor MCVD lathes and gas delivery systems (including H₂ burners).
• Prepare glass tubes and perform glass-working operations using oxygen/hydrogen torches.
• Control and adjust process parameters (gas flow, temperature, deposition conditions).
• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, and start-up/shutdown procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Process control

Basic computer skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Coherent Corp. is seeking a skilled manufacturing professional to set up, operate, and monitor MCVD lathes and gas delivery systems in a high-temperature, glass-working environment.

The role involves preparing glass tubes, controlling process parameters, and performing routine maintenance within a cleanroom setting. Ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma and 5+ years in manufacturing, fiber optics, or related fields, with familiarity in MCVD and high-temperature processes.