Quality Inspector III - II-VI AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

We are seeking an experienced Quality Inspector in our Philadelphia, PA facility where we develop, produce and process specialized coatings and materials, primarily for the defense market. This role will lead our quality team in performing and documenting hands-on physical inspection of our product as well as review and continuous improvement of quality processes. This is a dynamic environment with continually evolving products and specifications.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance for understanding quality standards and solutions for manufacturing quality problems
• Evaluate the quality capability of processes and prove quality maintenance throughout production
• Assure the quality level of the finished product, purchased materials and components are commensurate with Coherent A&D's requirements and customer expectations
• Perform the actual physical operations of inspection, test and SPC required to provide quality control and assurance
• Appraise the quality plan for inspection and contribute to its continuing effectiveness
• Provide leadership, technical assistance and training to lower-level Optical inspectors and other departments
• Plan/Order packaging material for commercial product
• Plan and schedule workload, pull pack slips and sign off on commercial product

Education & Experience

• High School diploma
• 4+ years of experience in one or more branches of Quality Control, Quality Assurance or optical manufacturing
• Experience using micrometers and calipers in the course of component inspection as well as experience reading mechanical drawings required
• Experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment with frequent variation in components for inspection desired

Skills

• Familiarity with ISO standards are required, knowledge of ISO 9001 & AS 9100 is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Familiar with MS Office, including data entry into Excel worksheets/formulas
• Strong attention to detail in document creation and maintenance
• Ability to independently plan and organize work day to ensure timely completion of inspection tasks
• Willingness to learn appropriate optics handling & cleaning techniques and comfort with handling delicate, high-cost materials
• Comfortable working in a clean room environment as well as environments with safely handled chemicals and lasers

Working Conditions

• Job operates in a professional office environment
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• Work in a cubicle area - must be able to work in environment where employees are on the phone / speaking causing potential distractions throughout the day.
• Noise level - Usually moderate

Physical Requirements

• Standing: 2-4 Hours per day
• Lifting: 10-25 lbs.; Pushing/Pulling: 10-25 lbs.
• Sitting Up: to 8 hours per day
• Visual acuity: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

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.\"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!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.In support of, and under limited supervision of the Quality Supervisor, the Inspector 3 can understand and apply the principles and several of the techniques which make up the body of knowledge recognized by those who are experts in Inspection. This body of knowledge and applied technologies include but are not limited to: The use of various Inspection Tools and Equipment, Inspection Planning and Technology, Blueprint Reading, Understanding Materials and Processes, Statistical Quality Control methods, Statistics, Sampling and Sampling Plans, Quality Audit concepts and principles, Systems Test, Packaging requirements for Commercial Optics, Training techniques.