Maintenance Technician

Coherent Corp.; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, PA is seeking a maintenance technician to ensure coating equipment operates with minimal downtime.

You will perform preventative maintenance, repairs and upgrades while documenting all activities in logs and spreadsheets. The role requires hands-on mechanical skills, ability to work with operators and engineers, and readiness to support a 24/7 facility with extended hours if needed.

Qualifications

• Associates or technical degree in a mechanical field preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Must be able to understand and operate coating equipment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude to support 24/7 operations.
• Effective communication with operators, supervisors and engineers.
• Proficiency with MS Office for documenting maintenance and logs.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance, repairs and upgrades to minimize downtime.
• Completes assigned maintenance tasks on schedule.
• Maintains coating system components at high performance with minimal downtime.
• Documents maintenance and repairs in logs and spreadsheets.
• Develops skills to repair compressors, cryo pumps, e-beam guns and other coating equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Communication

High vacuum practices

Quality workmanship

Education

Associates degree or technical training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

• Ensures equipment is operating properly by performing preventative maintenance, repairs and upgrades to provide minimal equipment downtime or loss of production


• Completes assigned preventative maintenance tasks on schedule according to performance standards


• Understands project requirements and works to complete task with a high level of quality and workmanship in a timely manner


• Maintains coating system operation components to a high level of performance with minimal or no downtime


• Regularly and effectively communicates activities and projects to supervisor


• Assists in the development and upgrade of process equipment


• Stays abreast of new methods and procedures learning new skills as needed and makes recommendations to improve processes and/or equipment


• Monitors equipment operations to maintain proper operation levels of performance. Repairs and replaces as needed.


• All electrical equipment and controls work appropriately with minimal downtime


• All related maintenance and/or repairs are documented in the proper logs and spreadsheets


• Develop necessary skills to repair compressors, cryo pumps, e-beam guns and other specialized coating equipment

Shifts Available

7am - 3pm or 3pm-11pm, Monday - Friday

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures equipment is operating properly by performing preventative maintenance, repairs and upgrades to provide minimal equipment downtime or loss of production


• Completes assigned preventative maintenance tasks on schedule according to performance standards


• Understands project requirements and works to complete task with a high level of quality and workmanship in a timely manner


• Maintains coating system operation components to a high level of performance with minimal or no downtime


• Regularly and effectively communicates activities and projects to supervisor


• Assists in the development and upgrade of process equipment


• Stays abreast of new methods and procedures learning new skills as needed and makes recommendations to improve processes and/or equipment


• Monitors equipment operations to maintain proper operation levels of performance. Repairs and replaces as needed.


• All electrical equipment and controls work appropriately with minimal downtime


• All related maintenance and/or repairs are documented in the proper logs and spreadsheets


• Develop necessary skills to repair compressors, cryo pumps, e-beam guns and other specialized coating equipment

Education & Experience

• Associates or technical degree in a mechanical field preferred or equivalent work experience


• 3-5 years of experience in a maintenance position

Skills

• Must be able to understand and operate all coating equipment


• Must work well with all operators, supervisors and engineers to support customer needs


• Listens and responds to issues and concerns presented by the department


• Skilled in all mechanical applications including electric, plumbing, welding/soldering, metal working, mechanical tools, test instruments and general repairs


• Proficient use of MS office programs


• Strong \"hands on\" mechanical abilities


• Must communicate with various operators, vendors, suppliers, and engineers


• Requires flexibility in work schedule including extended hours, weekends, holidays and cell phone coverage as necessary to support a 24/7 operation


• Good understanding of high vacuum practices


• Requires high concentration levels with high attention to detail

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Working Conditions

• Generally, in a clean room environment


• Works with small to large equipment, high voltage and exposure to low level radioactive materials and other hazardous chemicals

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear a full-face respirator. Must be clean shaven


• At a minimum, you must include the following:


• Standing (6 hours per day)


• Lifting (50 lbs.)


• Pushing/Pulling (100 lbs.)


• Sitting (2 hours per day)

Safety Requirements

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

This position is subject to a pre-employment physical evaluation associated with wearing a respirator.

This position must under-go annual physical evaluations associated with respirator use.

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 Coherent Corp:

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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

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About Us

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.

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