Equipment Maintenance Technician

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and rectify machine down situations.
• Perform scheduled, routine preventive maintenance using established procedures.
• Rebuild and prepare implanter assemblies for quick installation.
• Set up and run equipment after repair and, occasionally, in production.
• Maintain shop equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; requesting repairs.
• Maintain equipment historical reference by documenting actions on the computer system.
• Share knowledge of equipment by training and coaching fellow employees.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Capable of demonstrating a working knowledge of problem solving, fault finding, and analysis using a range of standard practices and techniques.
• Reads and understands electronic, electrical circuits. Has the ability to repair electronic circuitry to the board level.
• Understands and is technically capable using various types of commercial and vendor proprietary software in the process of repairing production equipment.
• Maintains hazardous and inert gas handling systems to include cylinder changes. Orders parts and materials that are required to complete assigned tasks.
• Works with minimal supervision on routine tasks.
• Helps to train fellow technicians on tasks they are certified to do.
• Basic understanding of chemistry and the hazards of working with and around chemicals.
• Repairs and maintains chemical and solvent handling equipment.
• Repairs and calibrates process equipment requiring high vacuum equipment and associated support systems.
• Performs daily checks and inspections.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Ability to work on a shift including off-shifts.
• Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.
• Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently

Education & Experience

• AS degree in Electronics or equivalent training (minimum) with background in Electronics 
• Experience repairing complex manufacturing equipment (8 years preferred). Semiconductor equipment experience preferred (specifically vacuum systems, and/or ion implanters).
• Extensive ability to do electronics troubleshooting is needed.
• Equivalent Military experience will also be considered.
• Training in the handling of hazardous chemicals, gases, and materials.

Skills

• Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to read, analyze technical procedures, documentation, instruction manuals, and or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports. 
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from peers and management.

Working Conditions

• Work in an office environment and non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Work in a Class 10/100/1000 clean room for extended periods
• Wear full clean room attire
• Work with and/or around chemicals such as acids and solvents
• Providing support during off hours

Physical Requirements

• Work in an office environment and non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Work in a Class 10/100/1000 clean room for extended periods
• Wear full clean room attire
• Work with and/or around chemicals such as acids and solvents
• Providing support during off hours

ITAR/EAR and Other Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual).
• Compliance with all applicable export control regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lifts, carries, or otherwise moves items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to squat, kneel as needed and walk or stand for most of shift.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corporate EHS standards.  This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently.  They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

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.