Facility Operations Coordinator (all genders)

Coherent Corp.; Idar-Oberstein; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp is seeking a hands-on Facilities technician to maintain machinery and site facilities at our Idar-Oberstein plant in Germany. You will perform planned and preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs to keep equipment safe, reliable, and operational.

You should bring practical mechanical skills, electrical knowledge, and the ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment while contributing to the ICARE values of integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect,

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, repair, or servicing of machinery and equipment.
• Solid mechanical understanding with electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and site facilities.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and operational.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults, carrying out repairs where possible.
• Support general facilities maintenance and site-related tasks as required.
• Respond proactively to maintenance issues and help minimise equipment downtime.
• Contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the wider facility.

Skills

Mechanical understanding

Electrical knowledge

Independent work

Problem solving

Maintenance experience

Education

Industrial Mechanic

Machinist

Mechatronics Technician

Tools

Machinery maintenance tools

Job description

Job Description

Coherent Corp is the global leader in photonics, designing and manufacturing advanced laser, optical, and materials technologies. Our innovations power semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications, and precision industrial systems worldwide. With a global footprint and cutting-edge manufacturing and R&D, we’re shaping the future of high-tech industries.

Coherent Corp is the global leader in photonics, designing and manufacturing advanced laser, optical, and materials technologies. Our innovations power semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications, and precision industrial systems worldwide. With a global footprint and cutting-edge manufacturing and R&D, we’re shaping the future of high-tech industries.

In Germany, our teams are at the heart of Europe’s photonics and industrial laser ecosystem, combining engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing, and applied R&D to deliver high-precision laser and optical solutions for automotive, semiconductor, electronics, and advanced manufacturing customers worldwide.

The Role

As part of our Facilities team, you will play an important role in ensuring our machinery, equipment, and site facilities remain safe, reliable, and operational. This is a varied, hands‑on position suited to someone with a strong technical mindset who enjoys identifying problems, finding practical solutions, and supporting the smooth day‑to‑day operation of a technical facility.

What You Will Be Doing

• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and site facilities.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure equipment remains safe, reliable, and operational.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults, carrying out appropriate repairs where possible.
• Support general facilities maintenance and practical site‑related tasks as required.
• Respond proactively to maintenance issues and help minimise equipment downtime.
• Contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the wider facility.

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, technically minded, and comfortable working independently to identify and resolve problems.

You Will Ideally Have

• Experience in the maintenance, repair, or servicing of machinery and equipment.
• A good mechanical understanding, with electrical knowledge or experience considered a strong advantage.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.
• A relevant technical background or qualification, ideally as an Industrial Mechanic, Machinist, Toolmaker, Mechatronics Technician, or similar.
• Strong practical and problem-solving skills with a hands‑on approach.
• The ability to work independently, identify issues, and implement practical solutions.
• A flexible approach and willingness to undertake a variety of facilities and maintenance activities.

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position:

• 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

Application & Selection

Current employees who wish to apply should submit a cover letter detailing their interest in the position and how their skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, please reach out to [e-mail]. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.