Materials Lab Technician

Job Overview LightPath Technologies, Inc. is a leading global provider of precision optics and photonics solutions, serving defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial markets. The role of Material Lab Technician involves producing infrared glass by batching raw materials, loading and unloading furnaces, and working closely with management and engineering to continually improve processes and maintain deadlines. Responsibilities Oversee glass production including: Clean and dry ampoules Cut and clean glass rods/plugs Operate a glovebox (antechambers, etc.) Batch raw materials according to the boule traveler Operate vacuum pumps and vacuum ovens Use a torch to seal the ampoules Operate furnaces and transfer material between furnaces at high temperature Keep track of inventory in the glovebox to be sure you have materials needed each day Work closely with engineering on process improvements and new developments Manage open work orders (issue and receive materials) Document process parameters and results Perform other duties as assigned Special Authority Stop any nonconforming process(es) which may affect safety, poor quality or customer satisfaction Report any halted nonconforming process(es) to production manager, quality department, and/or process engineer Qualifications Strong attention to detail Ability to manage ongoing process requirements Basic Excel spreadsheet skills for recording data Must be able to communicate with all levels of employees from the production floor Regularly required to sit, talk and hear Frequently required to walk or smell Fast learner, driven problem solver Outgoing personality, professional demeanor with excellent work ethic Occasional standing, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling Must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus Occasional exposure to the following: work near moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation Able to work with moderate level of noise Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English Preferred Experience with calipers, balances, gloveboxes, and glassware Experience with hazardous material handling Experience & Qualifications Required: High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of experience and education. Must be authorized to work and reside in the US and must be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government to confirm with but not limited to U.S. export control regulations (ITAR), but not limited to U.S. export (ITAR) guidelines. Preferred: Fiber Optics Training and Certification or equivalent. #J-18808-Ljbffr