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Technical Glass Blower - Manufacturing Technician

Tellus Solutions

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Aggressively participate in the quality control of laser fabrication & test as well as vacuum system processes, including laser assembly, glass blowing, leak checking (detect leaks prior to final assembly), system and component bake-out, contamination control and Partial Pressure Analysis via residual gas analysis. Operate glass blowing lathes, torches, burners and related equipment including dial indicators, high vacuum systems, turbo pumps, dry-pumps, solvent cleaning processes, baking / annealing ovens and controllers.

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    LocationSanta Clara, CA

    Description

    Job Description:
    Duties:
    Client's Semiconductor Infrastructure Solutions Division is seeking an experienced Technical Glass Blower to support manufacturing operations.
    The selected candidate will work from manufacturing process plans and specifications to perform a variety of glass blowing processes for the manufacture of Client's laser tube product line.
    • Proficiency at working with Borosilicate glass; specifically Schott 8250, including fabrication and modification of glass to metal house-keeper seals, ring seals, precision butt seals & bench work.
    • Operate glass blowing lathes, torches, burners and related equipment including dial indicators, high vacuum systems, turbo pumps, dry-pumps, solvent cleaning processes, baking / annealing ovens and controllers
    • Perform laser tube assembly, glass-sealing on and off of a vacuum system glass manifold, operation and maintenance of High Vacuum Station and laser burn-in operations.
    • Aggressively participate in the quality control of laser fabrication & test as well as vacuum system processes, including laser assembly, glass blowing, leak checking (detect leaks prior to final assembly), system and component bake-out, contamination control and Partial Pressure Analysis via residual gas analysis.
    • Operate & maintain, glass lathes & related equipment, vacuum systems, annealing & bake ovens and other support systems necessary for laser fabrication & test.
    • Responsible for controlling, cooling (annealing), inspecting, and repairing glass items while adhering to safety protocols.
    • Set up, operate, and maintain furnaces, annealing ovens, and finishing equipment.
    • Inspect, weigh, and measure finished products with calipers, micrometers, and magnifiers to ensure they meet specifications.
    • Stooping, bending, sitting and standing for extended periods of time will be required

    Skills:
    • 3-5 years of experience in the technical glass blowing field, preferably in a high-technology industry.
    • 3-5 years of experience assembling, aligning and testing complex products.
    • Must have a good understanding of glass strain, annealing operations and use of a polariscope.
    • Experience working in a Class 1000 clean room and exposure to clean room protocols is a plus
    • Demonstrated ability to read and follow mechanical drawings, written instruction procedures, specifications and maintenance manuals. Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.
    • Experience with high voltage laser equipment & testing, partial pressure analysis via Residual Gas Analyzers, and performing basic maintenance of support technologies equipment is a plus
    • Must have ability to use Windows-based PC (start up, reboot, navigate folders, open or copy files, Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle, etc)
    • Self-motivated, detail-oriented with ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities without much supervision
    • Willingness to work on assignments that are production oriented and semi-repetitive in nature
    • Willingness to use Statistical Process Control tools
    • Ability to work individually in a team setting with other technicians and engineers.
    • Ability to cross train in a flexible manufacturing cell environment.

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