Job Description

Coherent Corporation is a very large company that employs over 30,000 people worldwide operating in over 20 different countries. We manufacture lasers, engineered materials, and networking components.

The Coherent Santa Rosa location’s Fiber Optic Division specializes in the production of advanced fiber optic filters used in telecommunication networks worldwide. These high-performance components enable the transmission of large volumes of data at exceptionally high speeds across global fiber optic infrastructure.

Our manufacturing process integrates a range of sophisticated automation technologies to transform raw optical glass into precision engineered fiber optic filters. The finished components are extremely compact, similar in size to a quarter-carat diamond, while meeting stringent performance and quality standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs hands-on operation of optical dicing process
• All optical sizing steps performed per procedure to a 0% reject standard.
• Quality of product and throughput rate meets or exceeds departmental goals.
• Product quality meets internal and external customer specifications.
• Works with the team to meet delivery goals
• Improve processes under the guidance of supervision.
• All steps are performed per policy and procedure

Job Requirements:

• Reliable and Accountable
• Strong sense of ownership
• Quality first mindset
• Basic reading and math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with networked PC based computer systems.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Skills

• Capable of applying basic math to product activities
• Ability to understand and interpret product drawings (blueprints)
• Ability to meet tight time schedules
• Familiarity with precision optics manufacturing and metrology
• Work in environment with open communication
• Perform tasks independently with minimal guidance from supervisor
• Ability to follow work priorities and multi-task when needed
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite
• Highly repetitive working conditions
• Swing shift 3:00pm - 11:30pm PST shift differential applies (Training for this position will occur on dayshift until fully trained)

Physical Requirements

• On occasion, you must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Long periods of standing/walk

Pay Range: Manufacturing Technician - $44,611 - $71,795, Year, depending on experience

Benefits Package

• Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:
• Quarterly Bonus Plan
• Multiple Shift / Schedule Availability
• Shift Differential Pay
• Schedule Differential Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.