Production Support Technician

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Graphite growth material cleaning and finishing for installation into CVD furnaces with repeatability, close attention to detail and following established operating procedures.
• Loading and unloading of zinc casting furnace, casting material for use in CVD furnaces.
• Operator support during disassembly and assembly of CVD growth furnaces for efficient preparation of CVD production runs.
• General labor cleaning and organizing of production areas following assembly and closing of production furnaces.
• Strictly adhere to established procedures, policies, and protocols to reduce the risk of accidental release or exposure to highly toxic materials.
• Participate in the Process Safety Management (PSM) process to maintain compliance with OSHA PSM and EPA Risk Management Plan (RMP) standards. Learn and follow DEP standards for safe handling and storage of hazardous waste. 
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in the CVD department
• 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.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior manufacturing, industrial, maintenance, or skilled trades experience is helpful but not required.

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and are motivated to learn in a structured, safety-focused environment. You do not need prior experience with CVD systems or the materials used in this process. Comprehensive on-the-job training is provided.

Skills

You should consider applying if you have the following Skills and Abilities:

• 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 technician through training and experience.
• Have basic computer skills for data entry, logging, and equipment interfaces.

This role is well suited for candidates who may not have direct industry experience but bring strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and a willingness to learn.

Working Conditions

• Rotating 12hr shifts to support a 24/7/365 operation.
• Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, fumes, heat, noise, and cold.
• Use of respirators, supplied air, and SCBA equipment is required.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Safety Requirements

• Safety glasses, goggles, splash shields
• Steel toe/metatarsal footwear
• Long pants, sleeved uniform, hearing protection
• Dust mask, respirator, or supplied air as required

Medical Screening:

• Pre-employment PFT and respirator physical
• Required Annual PFT and respirator physicals

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

• Due to inventory quantities of some highly hazardous materials, MPZ is covered by OSHA standard for Process Safety Management, as well as EPA’s Risk Management program.  All MPZ personnel are required to understand the importance of following all operating procedures to maintain regulatory compliance with these programs.

• Due to classification of several process waste streams, DEP standards for Hazardous Waste handling and storage must be followed to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Coherent meets the ISO 9001 quality standards. MPZ employees must understand and follow all applicable Quality Assurance policies and participate in audits to maintain ISO 9001 certification.

• Failure to follow operating procedures could result in a release of hazardous materials, impacting employees and the environment.

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.