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Spectra-Physics, Ophir, Newport and ESI are brands within the MKS Instruments Photonics Solutions division. We provide a full range of solutions including lasers for precision industrial and scientific research applications, laser and LED measurement, beam profiling, precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, temperature sensing, opto-mechanical components, optical elements, and systems for flexible PCB laser processing, high-speed MLCC testing, and CO2-laser-based systems HDI PCB and IC substrate manufacturing. MKS Photonics Solutions enhance our customers’ capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, advanced electronics and specialty industrial markets.A Day in Your Life at MKS:As a Production Technician at MKS, you will partner with the team to assist in the production of defraction gratings. In this role, you will report to the Supervisor. Manufacturing/Operations.You Will Make an Impact By:Coating:Experience using Temescal/Telemark ebeam guns and sweep controllers. IC5/IC6 deposition controllers. Building/rebuilding emitter assemblies (need good manual dexterity) Ability to work in cramped or confined spaces. (coating cleans) Metrology experience with surface profilometer, spectrophotometer. Understanding / following SPC charting Lifting - heavy blanks and coating panelsCementing:Generating material pick lists, prepping and washing glass substrates with high level of quality and care.Identifying epoxy and cure types for a variety of products and sizesTake Apart:Handle multiple product sizes performing manual labeling, separation, and dicing of gratings.Perform hand trimming and successful take apart using a variety of take apart fixtures and mechanical tools.Saw:Loads and unloads products onto the dicing saw (1-5 lbs). Aligns the plate using white light. Runs program for requested size. Once program is complete unloads the product. Rise product off with water and blow dry using compressed air. Breaks apart diced parts and label per work instructions.Layout/Inspection:Inspect optics to ensure customer specifications are met Accurately complete required documentation for each job processed Learn to recognize part defectsTesting:Knowledge of Microsoft Excel a big plus. Knowing how to read graphs created and how to manipulate data Attention to detail is a must, verify test data is accurate, ensure (make sure the test data paperwork is correct, alignment of the instruments, &c) Some understanding of metrology equipment a plus but not necessarySkills you bring:A minimum of one year experience in a production environmentAn AA degree, vocational training or military technical training preferred but not requiredSAP Knowledge requiredAbility to read drawings and use measurement instrumentsAbility to read and carefully follow work instructions are a mustExceptional attention to detail and a passion for producing quality, dependable work.Experience using computer and MS OfficeCompensation and Benefits:Pay Range: $19-21 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.MKS Instruments, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer. We solicit and hire applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category. Our policy is to employ the most qualified applicants. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with company policies and federal and state guidelines.Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.