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II-VI Aerospace & Defense · 2 days ago

Optical Coating Tech II (2nd Shift)

Murrieta, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$17/hr - $29/hr

2+ years exp

II-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company that specializes in advanced optical components for aerospace and defense applications. The Optical Coating Tech II is responsible for the preparation, deposition, and quality assurance of thin-film coatings on optical substrates, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures under supervision.

AerospaceAppsManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Follow both written and electronic work instructions, job aids, checklists and standard procedures

Report issues, discrepancies or uncertainties to supervisor and engineering

Delicately handle and clean optical surfaces utilizing a variety of chemical and mechanical means

Inspect optics to ensure surface cleanliness and complete removal of all residue and particulate contamination prior to coating

Learn and perform all aspects of vacuum coating chamber preparations and operations to include cleaning, foiling, sandblasting, and installing of system components and chemicals for deposition

Load optics into designated tooling or fixtures in preparation for coating

Operate, monitor, and record critical parameters of coating deposition during thin film production

Unload coated optics and re-inspect for quality and to assure that no physical damage has occurred

Prevent or correct deficiencies in surface quality and workmanship

Work with maintenance, engineering, quality and operations teams to execute daily work

Complete required training on time and with proficiency as required

Qualification

Optics experienceCoating experienceCleanroom experienceBlueprint interpretationAttention to detailEffective communicationFlexibility

Required

High School Diploma / GED or equivalent related experience

Minimum of 2 years of optics, coating, cleanroom, deposition/thin film experience highly preferred

Experience in an aerospace/semiconductor/manufacturing environment highly preferred

Ability to clean, handle and inspect fragile and delicate components with care

Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow verbal directions and written procedures

Effective communication and collaboration amongst peers and with direct supervisor

Flexibility to adapt to changing production schedule/assignments/demands and priorities

Requires standing for extended periods of time

Moderate noise level

Frequently exposed to fumes, solvents, airborne particles where PPE is required

Occasionally exposed to acids and/or caustic chemicals where appropriate PPE is required

The employee will frequently need to be able to lift up to 5-25lbs during routine work with or without assistance

Clean room protocols and PPE will be necessary to work in this position

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

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

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