Lens Coatings Engineering Technician

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• JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineering Technician – Coatings
• REPORTING TO: Manufacturing Manager – Coatings
• LOCATION: West Henrietta, NY

ITAR/EAR CRITERIA:

These positions may require lawful access to ITAR/EAR controlled information and employees in this role will need to meet those requirements. Requirements include US Citizenship or US Permanent Resident.

Who is IDEX Health & Science (IH&S)?

As a business unit of IDEX Corporation, IH&S has a long history of driving growth in life sciences and healthcare by embracing innovation and redefining the supplier-customer relationship. The work we do every day allows us to discover key insights and break new ground to create some of the most meaningful technologies that have a lasting impact on companies, industries, and society. One of business segments is called Life Science Optics and we are looking to add more talent to the team.

Life Science Optics (LSO):

Our Optics Center of Excellence (COE) in West Henrietta, NY, is a manufacturing and R&D focused team that sits at the leading edge of high-end optics for life sciences. Focused on assisting partners at every stage of the development processes, we invest in people and infrastructure to drive bold ideas and pragmatic solutions. With its optics-rich foundation of talent, universities, and supporting businesses, Rochester is the ideal location to elevate your career with fascinating work and endless opportunities.

Our formula for success is simple. We work hard to maintain a culture where you can own your work; you are encouraged to try new ideas in a collaborative environment; and you can apply your skillset to enable our clients to gain a competitive advantage in their own market. At IDEX Health & Science, you have the opportunity to work with a great group of people, mentor others, and build a great future.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

The Coatings Manufacturing Engineering Technician will be a key resource on our Manufacturing Operations team supporting production and Manufacturing Engineers in sustaining and optimizing manufacturing processes, instructions, and training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Work with Engineering on process development and production concerns
• Understand failure modes and assist in troubleshooting chamber issues to resolve downtime.
• Assist in expediting work orders through the area and deliver status updates as required
• Ensure timely movement of parts on/off Manufacturing Hold while working with IQA.
• Evaluate optical measurements and make process adjustments.
• Spectrophotometry experience/knowledge
• Escalate tooling or other manufacturing gaps preventing line down where possible
• Understand the process flow for the area of responsibility
• Work with vendors on production equipment.
• Ability to learn new software to support production such as writing scripts
• Track and Maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPI) metrics.
• Write, develop, and update work instructions as required
• Attend Daily Management Meeting and proactively escalate issues affecting production and quality.
• Provide on-the-floor training to manufacturing associates on new processes or equipment
• Lead value stream process improvements.
• Provide input to manager on areas performance and opportunities for improvement.
• Must be able to work scheduled shift and overtime as production schedules require.
• Other duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or Technical Associate Degree
• Minimum of 8 years working with vacuum chambers
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to interface with all levels of the organization
• Experience documenting Manufacturing Processes
• Demonstrated training effectiveness of production staff on new or updated processes
• Organized, motivated, approachable and able to prioritize multiple tasks without direct supervision

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Mechanical ability
• Ability to Multitask and high level of attention to detail
• Effective training of production staff
• Lean manufacturing and 5S training
• This position is a site-based role.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?