CVD Technician - Swing

CoorsTek, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. in Worcester, MA is seeking a CVD Technician - Swing to set up and operate CVD furnaces and handle hazardous chemicals involved in coating processes.

You will perform preventative maintenance, monitor furnace performance, and respond to emergencies while maintaining strict safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing, a High School diploma, and be comfortable with heavy equipment and PPE.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of CVD furnace operation and reactor controls.
• Ability to read job orders and follow specifications.
• Ability to wear PPE and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload CVD furnaces without supervision.
• Tear out and re-line CVD furnaces without supervision.
• Perform limited furnace maintenance including insulation and heating elements.
• Monitor and adjust CVD furnaces during coating.
• Operate and shut down furnaces during emergencies.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment (oil changes, filter changes, etc.).
• Operate grinding equipment for graphite and silicon carbide.
• Review job orders for quantity and specs.
• Safely operate forklift to move hazardous chemicals.
• Install and uninstall hazardous chemicals into tanks.
• Troubleshoot quality issues and identify root causes.
• Wear required PPE at all times in mandatory areas.

Skills

CVD furnace operation

Hazardous chemicals handling

Preventive maintenance

Industrial safety

Log sheet documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lathe

Drill press

Surface grinder

Job description

It’s exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We’re committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

CVD Technician - Swing

Responsible for the set-up and operation of CVD furnaces. Develops and uses hazardous chemicals, related to product and equipment. Performs preventative maintenance and works with assortment of machine equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Load and Unload CVD furnaces without supervision.
• Tear out and Re-line CVD furnaces without supervision.
• Provide limited furnace maintenance, including replacement of insulation, heating elements, and other components.
• Monitor and adjust CVD furnaces during coating
• Operate and/or shut down CVD furnaces during emergency situations (i.e. power loss, acts of nature, etc.)
• Perform minor preventative maintenance to various pieces of equipment (i.e. oil changes, filter changes, valve replacements, etc.)
• Operate equipment for grinding graphite and/or silicon carbide (i.e. lathe, drill press, surface grinder, etc.)
• Examines job order to determine quantity, specifications, and special instructions.
• Safely operates forklift to transport hazardous chemicals.
• Installs and un-installs hazardous chemicals into tanks.
• Troubleshoots quality concerns and identifies root causes of issues during process.
• Wears required personal protective equipment at all times in areas where mandatory

Job Requirements

Shift:

• Swing : Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 1:00am, or 5:00pm - 3:00am
• 10 hour shifts
• Must be able to train on Day Shift

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding operation method of reactor (start up, shut down)
• Understanding temperature, pressure, voltage, current and gas flow
• Understanding all sorts of valves
• Method of writing log sheet
• Method of processing and removing graphite
• Method of loading raw material
• Following working standard

Target Hiring Range

Hourly: USD 23.92 - USD 28.95

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you’ll enjoy your career with us!