Assembler III

Under minimal supervision, the Assembler III performs optical and mechanical assembly of high complexity requiring fitting, alignment and adjustment of components, units and assemblies to very close tolerances. 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean and assemble various optical parts, mechanical subassemblies and large assemblies of high complexity.
• Requires the use of hand tools to perform a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical, mechanical or measurement product assembly operations on assemblies or sub-assemblies.
• Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing, and fitting on assembly units.
• Solders onto various parts as required by assembly instructions.
• Primes and bonds optical surfaces to other optical or mechanical components.
• Reads detailed, complex blueprints, assembly sketches and procedures with very little supervision.
• Fits or adjusts parts or assemblies within established guidelines.
• Inspects and test finished items or assemblies.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or (GED)
• 4 years of experience in similar assembly operation. High level of manual dexterity, Knowledge of an ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and knowledge of soldering.  
• Soldering certification is required
• Basic computer navigation skills are required
• Experience with optical handling, inspection and gluing are highly desired

Skills

• Mathematical Skills
  • Ability to calculate figures and perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers and fractions.
• Language Skills
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and blueprints.
• Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Working Conditions

• Job operates in production environment on 1st shift, Mon-Fri. 
• Typically works in a lab environment with some time in an office near the work areas. Some work requires the use of hazardous chemicals.
• Noise level – Usually moderate

Physical Requirements

• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Working with Hand / Fingers. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.

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.

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."