Provide technical support to manufacturing in the resolution of production problems, introduction of new products, waste reduction and process improvement. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations.   Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: Thin film coating design such as spectral filters, Mirrors and ARs Specify process requirements, inspect equipment, write specifications, set up equipment, run experiments, collect data, tweak chamber parameters, write up process instructions, and train operators on equipment specifications and processes. Own and manage process during process su