Bonding Technician (12 Month Fixed Term)

Coherent Corp.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Pension contribution

Health & wellbeing programmes

Life and income protection

Flexible working where compatible

Learning & development opportunities

Employee recognition

Job summary

Coherent is seeking a Bonding Technician on a 12 month fixed-term contract to support precision optical and mechanical component bonding and assembly. You will perform bonding and adhesive application, manage documentation, and maintain a clean, safe manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have hands-on assembly experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to follow written procedures while working collaboratively within a production team.

Qualifications

• Previous assembly experience with small, delicate components.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow written procedures and technical instructions.
• Good communication and collaborative teamwork.
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to work independently once trained while maintaining high quality.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Perform bonding operations using adhesives and application techniques suited to materials and assemblies.
• Prepare, handle, and cure bonding agents following procedures and quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, controlled working environment to ensure product quality.
• Follow safety, quality and handling guidelines when working with adhesives and chemicals.
• Assemble small optical and mechanical components using instructions and drawings.
• Handle delicate parts with care ensuring accurate alignment and assembly.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic testing to verify quality and integrity.
• Record and maintain assembly documentation as required.
• Communicate with colleagues and supervisors to ensure production objectives are met.
• Identify and report issues related to materials, equipment, processes, or product quality.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and continuous improvement.
• Assist with additional production and assembly activities as required.
• Adapt to additional tasks as needed in a busy production environment.

Skills

Assembly experience

Attention to detail

Procedural compliance

Communication skills

MS Office

Independent work

Right to work in UK

Job description

Coherent is a global leader in photonics, developing advanced laser, optical and materials technologies that enable semiconductor manufacturing, AI infrastructure, advanced communications and precision industrial applications worldwide.

Bonding Technician (12 Month Fixed Term)

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bonding Technician to join our production team on a 12 month Fixed Term contract, supporting the assembly and bonding of precision optical and mechanical components. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in producing high-quality products, and can work effectively within a collaborative manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Precision Bonding & Adhesive Application

• Perform bonding operations using a variety of adhesives, chemicals, and application techniques suited to different materials and assemblies.
• Prepare, handle, and cure bonding agents in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean and controlled working environment to ensure product quality and process consistency.
• Follow all safety, quality, and handling guidelines when working with adhesives and chemicals.

Optical & Mechanical Assembly

• Assemble small optical and mechanical components using detailed work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Handle delicate and precision-engineered parts with care, ensuring accurate alignment and assembly.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic testing to verify product quality and assembly integrity.
• Record and maintain assembly documentation as required.

Quality, Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and support teams to ensure production objectives are met.
• Identify and report issues relating to materials, equipment, processes, or product quality.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with additional production and assembly activities as required.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous assembly experience, ideally involving small, intricate, or delicate components.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow written procedures, technical instructions, and verbal guidance accurately.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to work independently once trained while maintaining high quality standards.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience within optical, mechanical, electronics, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with assembly, production, or manufacturing processes.
• Experience working within a cleanroom or other controlled environment.
• Knowledge of adhesive bonding techniques, including UV-cure adhesives.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, diagrams, or assembly instructions.

Personal Attributes

• Practical and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work effectively.
• Eagerness to learn new processes, tools, and technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks within a busy production environment.
• Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering work to a high standard.
• Positive attitude with a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and annual incentive eligibility
• Employer-supported pension or retirement provision
• Health, wellbeing and employee-assistance programmes
• Life and income-protection benefits
• Flexible-working arrangements, where compatible with the role
• Learning and professional-development opportunities
• Employee recognition and share programmes

Our ICARE Values

Integrity – Create an environment of trust

Collaboration – Innovate through the sharing of ideas

Accountability – Own the process and the outcome

Respect – Recognise the value in everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a sense of purpose in work

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

About Us

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.