Coating Technician

“CVI Infrared Optics is a part of the IDEX Materials, Science and Solutions (MSS) platform. Besides our unique capabilities in manufacturing large optics from visible to longwave, we are backed by the combined capabilities of our platform. CVI offers a full spectrum of optical engineering, manufacturing, and assembly expertise. Together we can support all our customers with more engineering expertise, broader capabilities, and extensive manufacturing resources. Since 1982, CVI Infrared Optics has been manufacturing advanced optical components for high performance optronics systems. We have become the leading experts in manufacturing and integration of large optics from visible, and near infrared, to longwave infrared, that can continuously perform in extreme weather climates and harsh conditions.When you need robust optical components and assembly expertise for your mission critical application, we can provide world-class solutions.“Job PurposeTo assist the coating department by using optical technological knowledge to help with production requirements to meet on-time-delivery requirements & Yield expectations. To stay competitive within the current market and to assist in new product development. They make recommendations for continuous process improvements and may instigate relevant development activity.They will regularly demonstrate exemplary levels of efficiency and quality in their output.The shifts will be: 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm (switching each week)Full training will be providedKey ResponsibilitiesCompetent to run numerous processes on a minimum of 2 coating plants in the department successfully, maintain the appropriate paperwork/route sheets correctly.Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers.Ability to identify potential coating problems ‘in process’ and take appropriate corrective action.Ability to identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etc. and understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Possesses a thorough understanding of relevant Surface Quality Specifications and how the above relates to them.Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Be able to load optics safely and maintain their cleanliness.Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc.Determines the appropriate test pieces to load into a run to maximise efficiencies and adherence to Quality schedules, is capable of measuring witness pieces to produce ‘customer copies’, this will involve familiarity with quality plans, and drawings.Possess the ability to identify and carry out routine preventative maintenance of critical process control features.Identify potential problems with the coating plant / measuring equipment and alert the appropriate support staff.Successfully perform a clean down of the coating chamber identifying any issues that could cause a failure, and re-assembly in good working order observing Local Health and safety rules.The Engineer would have developed / will develop; sufficient experience and expertise to minimise and gauge the necessity for test runsMaintain a tidy work area and work within the guidelines as laid down by the HSWE.Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002Read and understands all prints and specifications for optical coatings and checks desired specification.Cleaning all various material types.Competent to train colleagues on various aspects of the coating department.AimsProvide Coating Supervisor with clear support to meet departmental objectives:Work as a member of the teamThe responsibilities listed above are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks to be performed. Additional duties are likely to be required as directed by the Department ManagerKey RelationshipsThe Coating department liaises closely with the Sales & Engineering department ensuring that products meet the right customer specificationsDesirable AttributesCompetent Handling skillsAttention to detailWorking to tight tolerancesOpen to rotating shiftsWillingness to learnPunctualClean Room Experience Preferred But Not EssentialThis will involve physical activities such as transporting optics to and from the coating departmentJob Family: OperationsBusiness Unit: CVI