Manufacturing Process Operator Trainee

About the company

Coherent

Semiconductors · 10,001+ employees

What you'll do

• Learn to operate, monitor, and maintain CVD production equipment and supporting systems through structured on-the-job training and documented qualification processes.
• Perform assigned production and equipment tasks independently after completing required training and individual sign-offs.
• Safely operate CVD Production Furnaces and support systems in compliance with established procedures.
• Handle and store process materials and H2Se/H2S gas cylinders according to training, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor equipment, processes, and safety systems; accurately log operating data and report abnormal conditions.
• Perform routine facility checks and follow reporting requirements.
• Strictly adhere to safety procedures, policies, and protocols to minimize risk when working with hazardous materials.
• Participate in Process Safety Management (PSM) activities and comply with OSHA PSM and EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP) requirements.
• Learn and follow site and DEP standards for hazardous waste handling and storage.
• Participate as a member of the Coherent Saxonburg Site Emergency Response Team (ERT), including completion of required training (such as 40-hour HAZWOPER) and ongoing refresher requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior manufacturing, industrial, maintenance, or skilled trades experience is helpful but not required.
• Have experience in manufacturing, maintenance, construction, utilities, automotive, skilled trades, military, or other hands-on roles.
• Are mechanically inclined and comfortable working with tools, equipment, and process systems.
• Can follow detailed procedures and understand the importance of doing work safely and correctly every time.
• Are reliable, detail-oriented, and able to retain technical and safety-related information.
• Are comfortable working rotating shifts in an industrial environment.
• Communicate well with teammates, supervisors, and support groups.
• Take pride in learning a specialized role and becoming a qualified operator through training and experience.
• Have basic computer skills for data entry, logging, and equipment interfaces.
• Rotating shifts to support a 24/7/365 operation.
• Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, fumes, heat, noise, and cold.
• Work involves hazardous materials and requires strict adherence to safety procedures.
• Use of respirators, supplied air, and SCBA equipment is required.
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• Ability to stand or sit for up to 12 hours per shift.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to climb, bend, reach, push, pull, and work on ladders or mechanical lifts.
• Ability to wear required PPE and safety equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to meet physical requirements for required Emergency Response Team participation.

What you need

• No prior CVD experience is expected.
• The role calls for mechanical aptitude, strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and comfort working in an industrial environment with strict safety requirements.

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