Manufacturing Operator

Coherent; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in the United States seeks a technically skilled Epilay growth technician to operate reactors and support engineering in epitaxial processes.

You will prepare substrates, monitor parameters, and maintain detailed process records, collaborating with the engineering team. You will also assist in procedure development, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance; comply with all EHS and clean room standards; and participate in ISO quality management initiatives as applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 3 years experience in related technical field or Associate Degree in engineering/science.
• Experience in Epi and/or Characterization preferred.
• Experience in testing and data analysis, process improvement and equipment maintenance preferred.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Email and Internet.

Responsibilities

• Perform epitaxial growth and related processes following engineering instructions.
• Monitor and adjust process parameters; maintain accurate process records.
• Support development and evolution of operating procedures.
• Assist engineering in wafer cleaning and characterization as needed.
• Participate in FMEA activities and troubleshooting of epi equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical skills

Written communication

Teamwork

Data entry

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma with 3 years experience or Associate Degree in engineering/science

Experience in Epi/Characterization preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Email

Internet

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs Epitaxial growth and related technological processes in accordance with instructions from the engineering team. Responsibilities include, but not limited to prepare lot travelers, inspect substrates prior to use, prepare SiC substrates for epi growth, operate reactors and characterization tools, unload wafers (cassettes) on reactors and characterization tools, wafer inspections, enter observations and process records into Database.
• Monitors and adjusts temperature, time, gas flow, power and other process parameters working with engineering. Maintains accurate records of process parameters.
• Supports the development and evolution of operating procedures.
• Supports engineering in other areas such as wafer cleaning and characterization as needed.
• Participates in FMEA activities.
• Participates in troubleshooting of Epitaxial growth equipment when malfunctions occur and perform maintenance on and/or replace Epi growth chamber components.
• Keep epi reactor and characterization areas clean. Actively participates in housekeeping initiatives.
• Follows all health, safety, environmental, ergonomic, and clean room requirements, regulations, and procedures.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma with 3 years experiences in related technical field or Associate Degree in engineering/science
• Experience in Epi and or Characterization preferred.
• Experience in testing and data analysis, process improvement and equipment maintenance preferred.
• Computer literate. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Email, and Internet.

Skills

• Must be technically inclined with good written, attention to details and mechanical skills.
• Must be well organized and able to perform several tasks in parallel.
• Must be computer-literate to operate computer-controlled equipment and make data entry.
• ITAR compliance requirement: Individual must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork skills, and work with our engineering team.

Working Conditions

100% on site; day shift 6am to 6pm or night shift 6pm to 6am 3 days on 4 days off, 4 days on 3 days off with swing day on Wednesday.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at computer.
• Must be able to lift 40lb parts.

Safety Requirements

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

• I ntegrity - Create an Environment of Trust
• C ollaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• A ccountability - Own the Process and the Outcome
• R espect - Recognize the Value in Everyone
• E nthusiasm - 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] .