Quality Engineering Technician

About Indium Phosphide (InP) Technology
The world's communications infrastructure depends on semiconductor lasers, and particularly those based on indium phosphide technology. Indium phosphide lasers are engineered to emit at wavelengths that are optimal for long-distance transmission through fiber optics. In short, they enable the optical networks that form the global internet.

Coherent's broad portfolio of InP components includes application-specific Fabry-Pérot lasers, directly modulated lasers (DMLs), and tunable lasers. It also includes photodiodes for high-speed receivers and power monitoring. In 2022, we introduced 200 Gbps indium phosphide electro-absorption modulated lasers (EMLs) for high-speed datacenter transceivers. This design provides our customers with the most advanced, robust, and cost-competitive laser devices for their 800G and next-gen 1.6T datacom transceiver designs.

Our world-class and highly reliable InP technology platform is one of the very few in the industry that has been proven, with more than one hundred million lasers in the field deployed over the last decades.

The Quality Engineering Technician will play a key role in an operational improvement strategy for a fast-growing laser chip division of Finisar, a world leader in optical networking. Reporting to the head of Operational Improvement and Systems, this position requires a hands-on approach with engineers, managers and Fab technicians in 4 shifts, an understanding of production systems, and an inquisitive mind to investigate and resolve problems in teams.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Write procedures for various Fab production and inspection processes.
• Investigate quality issues, lead cross-functional teams to resolve specific issues (work area, product, process, flow, etc), follow-up and present results.
• Define, coordinate and/or perform training, ensure completeness and accuracy of records.
• Perform internal audits.
• May serve as process owner for production steps involving systems transactions such as wafer launch, lot splitting, labelling and similar.

Education & Experience

• 2-year degree. Scientific field preferred.
• 5 years' experience in wafer Fab or equivalent high-tech manufacturing
• Experience working with transactional systems such as MES – Manufacturing Execution Systems, ERP -Enterprise Resource Planning
• Experience interacting with, and leading, cross-functional teams
• Experience with Lean, 6S and various problem resolution techniques

Skills

• Strong written documentation skills. Experience with ISO9000 and PLM systems – Product Lifecycle Management (e.g. Agile), a plus
• Strong math skills, including proficiency in Excel; experience with statistical software is a plus.
• Strong verbal communication skills, both interpersonally and in group settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop elegant, effective solutions to complex problems.

Working Conditions

• Works primarily in an office setting with a computer, with occasional duties in production environments as needed, including the fab (with full gowning), warehouse, and other operational areas.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for duration of shift when needed

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.:

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.

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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

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