Job Details

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Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Monitors a variety of ancillary systems to include heating and cooling control, pup pressures, tank levels, lubricating systems etc. to ensure temperature, humidity, and other processes are maintained.

Adjusts equipment for efficient operation including burners and combustion controls.

Responsible for plant log entries of gauges, dials, pressures, temperatures, flows, waste stream information, compliance monitoring, and other shift activities.

Observe all safety regulations, operating, and company policies and procedures.

Complete all necessary monthly/daily/shift reports and computer work including environmental, safety, plant logs, near misses, downtime, work orders, and overall operation reports.

Support all environmental, health, safety, and security requirements and programs.

Be a member of the Sherman Emergency Response Team (ERT) and complete the annual hazwoper training, participate in all required training classes, response scenarios, annual physical, and respirator fit testing (employees who cannot pass the required ERT physical will be given a waiver).

Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on various types of plant equipment, such as chillers, compressors, boilers, air handlers, pumps, and other plant equipment.

Good communication skills with management, FAB personnel, other departments, contractors, operators, and technicians. Communicates findings well to supervision and/or technicians, if needed.

Start/stop, adjust, and otherwise control operating equipment such as compressors, VFDs, pumps, etc.

Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all plant equipment and systems.

Monitor and maintain water treatment systems and related equipment.

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two year Associates Degree in process technology or a related technical field is preferred

Five years of operations experience in a semiconductor manufacturing or industrial environment.

Experience operating boilers in an industrial environment

Experience operating electrical switchgear, breakers, and other plant control equipment

Experience adjusting industrial equipment for efficient operation

Experience using plant control systems including SCADA, CMMS, TGMS, and other life safety systems

Skills & Other Requirements

In-depth knowledge of Facilities infrastructure and basic critical facilities operations

Safe work practice and Hazard Assessment

Mechanical and electrical skill set as it relates to the maintenance of facilities infrastructure.

Basic knowledge of environmental regulations

Strong written and verbal communication

Basic computer knowledge and skills

Good team dynamics

Have a good understanding of plant principles and operations

Must be able to interface effectively with many internal and external customers, regulatory officials, company contacts, and co-workers, strong communication skills and a positive attitude are required for this position as well as the ability to effectively work in a team environment

Must be a self-starter and willing to work alone on nights, weekends, and holidays for a minimum of 12 hours at a time

Working Conditions

Operators who are working in the control room generally monitor the control console. The work requires constant attention. Workers also do rounds, checking equipment and doing other work throughout the plant. The general work environment is typical of any industrial semiconductor plant operation. Work schedules include twelve (12) hour compressed shifts with some holiday, weekend, and voluntary overtime to meet the needs of the department.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to bend, reach, twist, turn and climb normally associated with construction work.

Will be exposed to areas where hand tools and power tools are being operated.

Will be exposed to areas where hazardous chemicals or gases are stored.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

Ability to lift, pull, and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds on a periodic basis throughout the shift

Ability to perform activities that include climbing vertical ladders, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and crawling

Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semi-conductor protocol/requirements

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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.