Quality Technician

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect products including, but not limited to, DH panels, MMC castings, and precision machined parts using gages, calipers, micrometers, tape measures, Coordinate Measuring Machines, scales, oscilloscopes, magnifiers, dye penetrant and vision for conformance to specification
• Generate spreadsheets and inspection sheets for data collection
• Keep accurate written documentation/inspection records including database entries
• Reconcile final inspection documentation for product shipment
• Test incoming raw materials
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), process control plans (PCPs), work instructions and guidelines
• Interact directly with customers by creating Inspection Reports/Certificates of Conformance as quality documentation shipped with parts to customers
• Calibrate hand tools (calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks) as needed as part of a measuring device calibration program to ensure tools are making accurate measurements and worn tools are repaired/replaced
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment
• Address all safety related issues immediately by informing the appropriate individual(s)

• Comply with PPE requirements at all times

   

Education & Experience

• 2 years of experience working in Quality Assurance inspection or equivalent education/technical training 
• Associate’s degree/some college education preferred

• Experience using Zeiss Calypso, PowerInspect and PCDMIS CMM software highly desirable

   

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend engineering blueprints and/or customer product drawings 
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of measuring tools including, but not limited to, CMMs, calipers, micrometers, tape measures, thread gages, surface roughness tester, etc. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic metrology concepts 
• Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, including post-elementary math skills and ability to convert decimals to fractions and vice-versa
• Demonstrated ability to read and write using the English language (i.e., proven elementary reading and writing skills), as well as the ability to converse and comprehend using the English language
• Demonstrated competency in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Outlook
• ASQ Quality Technician, ASQ Quality Inspector, ASQ Calibration Technician certification preferred
• Demonstrated ability to accurately & precisely measure materials using standard weights and measures
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance knowledge and application preferred
• Keen attention to detail.

• Able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a team environment

   

Working Conditions

• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of measuring tools including, but not limited to, CMMs, calipers, micrometers, tape measures, thread gages, surface roughness tester, etc. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic metrology concepts 

• Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, including post-elementary math skills and ability to convert decimals to fractions and vice-versa

   

Physical Requirements

• Able to frequently lift push/pull objects up to 50 pounds, repeatedly.
• Able to sit, stand, bend, squat and walk about the facility.
• Ability to work productively in an environment with a wide range of temperatures.
• Able to walk/stand a minimum of eight (8) hours per day.
• 20/20 vision or better (the use of prescription glasses/contact lenses acceptable).

• Ability to work at elevated heights on scissor lift (or similar) performing product inspections.

   

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

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.