Senior Quality Control Technician

The Senior Quality Control Technician role in our Bloomfield, CT facility drives improvement in the reliability of CO2 Laser products. The incumbent will be engaging directly with a cross functional team on a wide variety of products to ensure our product and processes meet the dynamic laser manufacturing requirements. Working with a quality mindset team, this role will provide hands on support for the incoming goods, in-process, and final inspection of laser systems to ensure we meet Coherent Quality Standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspection manufactured laser systems:
  • Detail oriented inspection of electronic and mechanical assemblies
  • Utilize common inspection methods to evaluate critical design requirements
  • Develop inspection test plans with a cross functional team
  • Assist in problem solving activities to support identified nonconformities 
• Evaluation and verification of purchased components 
  • Define and execute incoming material test plans for qualification activities
  • Document and present inspection results to key stakeholders
  • Verification of vendor supplied documentation including first article inspections and material certifications
• Support of Quality Systems:
  • Document detailed findings to be used for Continuous Improvement Initiatives
  • Accomplish root cause analysis and provide corrective actions with follow-up
• Ensure practices align with best practices, procedures and inspection techniques
• Perform internal product and business system audits
• Reliability system maintenance:
  • Utilize computers for automated data collection and control of instruments
  • Collaborate with the Quality organization regarding calibration of test instruments
  • Monitor and troubleshoot long term unmanned tests with engineering support
• Assist in developing new methods and protocols for component level testing and measurement 
• Complete calibration of monitoring and measuring equipment support

Education & Experience

• High School diploma
• A minimum of 4 years of related experience or combination of education and relevant experience
• Proficient in the use of automated and manual measuring devices and test equipment
• Excellent verbal and written skills in the English language required

Skills

• Preferred experience with layout inspections and sound Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing knowledge
• Preferred experience automating inspection test method is preferred
• Knowledge of centralizing data for analysis
• Experience of test and measurement of electronic and/or optical systems 
• Continuous improvement mindset - improves products and processes
• Well organized and knowledgeable of 6S methodology
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities combined with hands-on experience
• Knowledge of electronic component manufacturing
• Self-motivated to thoroughly document data and test results

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing working environment.  Some areas under cleanroom protocol.
• Minimal to no expected travel
• Support of seconds shift operations required
• This is an on-site position in our Bloomfield, CT facility.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move around manufacturing floor
• Must be able to lift a maximum of 30 pounds

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.