Coat Tech Sr.

II-VI UK, Ltd.; Budd Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Budd Lake, NJ seeks a Materials Inspector to load optics into fixtures, clean and inspect under a microscope, and verify surface quality against customer drawings. You will prep substrates for thin film processes and load parts into coating chambers.

Responsibilities include following ISO procedures, performing final inspections, and entering WO data into MRP. Requires 5+ years in material inspection; cleanroom capable; MS Office proficiency; optics experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years experience in material inspection.
• Must be able to see and handle small parts.
• Previous experience using a microscope.
• Able to work on repetitive tasks.
• Basic data entry skills.
• Willing to work in a cleanroom environment with gowning.
• Willing to work with chemicals such as methanol/isopropanol.
• Some college in physics/chem/engineering/math is desirable.
• Experience in optics cleaning and inspection and coating techs is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Load optics into fixtures; clean & inspect under a microscope.
• Determine if surface quality is compliant to drawings/specifications.
• Inspect and final clean per production schedule.
• Prepare optical substrates for thin film disposition.
• Load parts into coating chambers.
• Follow ISO procedures and policies.
• Unload coated crystals; inspect surface quality under microscopes per ANSI, Mil or ISO.
• Perform reflectivity testing on spectrophotometers or lasers by wavelength.
• Enter WO data into MRP system in preparation for shipment.

Skills

Microscope handling

Data entry

Cleanroom work

Repetitive tasks

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college (physics/chem/engineering/math)

Job description

Load optics into fixtures; clean & inspect under a microscope

Determine if surface quality is fully compliant to specific customer drawings/specifications

Inspect and final clean per production schedule

Preparation of optical substrates for thin film disposition

Load parts into coating chambers

Follow ISO procedures and policies

Unload coated crystals from fixtures & inspect surface quality under a microscope per ANSI, Mil standard or ISO.

Perform reflectivity testing on spectrophotometers or lasers based on product wavelengths

Enter WO data into MRP system in preparation for shipment

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or G.E.D.

5+ years previous experience in material inspection

Demonstrated ability to see and handle small parts

Previous experience using a microscope

Must be able to work on repetitive tasks

Basic data entry skills

Willing/able to work in a cleanroom environment, fully gowned

Willing/able to work with minimal exposure to chemicals such as, methanol and isopropanol

Desired Qualifications:

Previous experience in an optics manufacturing environment or similar technical training

Some college in physics, chemistry, engineering and/or math

Experience in optics cleaning and inspection

Experience in optical coating technologies

Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.)

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.

CultureCommitment

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.

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!

Job Info

• Job Identification 2013603
• Posting Date 08/17/2026, 06:29 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 200 International Drive, Budd Lake, NJ, 07828, US (On-site)