Manufacturing Technician - Rotating Shift

Coherent Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing/Coating Technician to operate thin film coating and test equipment in a fast-paced production environment.

You will rotate weekly shifts, load designs, monitor two high-volume coating chambers, and document data from each run while ensuring quality and schedule adherence. The role requires attention to detail, strong teamwork, and effective communication to support quality meetings and operate calibration/test equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred; familiarity with coating processes is a plus.
• Ability to work in fast-paced production environments and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Operate thin film coating and test equipment per design and program instructions.
• Monitor coating chambers and ensure data is collected and documented from each run.
• Maintain schedule adherence and support peers during operations and meetings.
• Prepare materials and components for deposition and ensure proper setup and QC checks.
• Perform routine maintenance and component replacement as needed.
• Support training and provide engineering data when required.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Active listening

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High school graduate

Manufacturing experience preferred

Tools

Coating equipment

Calibration equipment

Job description

Shift: One week of 7am -3pm: Mon -Fri, then a week of 3pm - 11pm: Mon - Fri, and rotate that schedule every other week.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Operation of thin film coating and test equipment including:

• Retrieving proper designs according to set schedule and programs into coating system operations controller
• Operate coating equipment according to set parameter and establishing procedures
• Determine evaporation layer end points to high level of accuracy
• By observation and deduction, extract the maximum amount of data from each coating run and document accordingly
• Monitor two high volume coating chambers at one time, while supporting peers in their operations
• Communicate daily activities during quality meetings
• Operate characterization/test equipment and interpret results
• Maintain schedule demands and requirements

Coating Chamber Setup

• Evaluate design requirements and prepare evaporation materials accordingly
• Evaluate evaporation components to assure proper operation requirements
• Change out all worn/dirty components and replace with cleaned or new ones
• Observe and extract the maximum amount of data from each calibration/production run. Evaluate data from calibration/production runs
• Use calibration equipment to assure proper setup and quality control
• Double check design and run requirements before loading run
• Document log information required for design operations
• Accept responsibility for the quality of the thin film coating process and equipment assigned

Related Job Tasks

• Supporting cleaning area in loading of optical components
• Prepare evaporation material according to procedure
• Maintain inventory controls
• Perform minor maintenance with minimal support
• Take traces between coating runs to verify performance
• Learn nonstandard system operations at a basic level
• Audit personal and peer procedures for process consistency
• Support senior operators in the training of new employees
• Provide engineering support with timely, accurate information
• Attend and participate in daily quality meetings

Education & Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience preferred

Skills

• Able to work in a demanding, fast-paced production environment
• Able to multi-task and prioritize
• Forward thinker
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Team-oriented; works well with others in the group
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good communication, both verbal and nonverbal
• Must be able to effectively listen and assimilate, present organized trains of thought, assure a timely information exchange with others as required

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work with acids, radioactive materials and other toxic chemicals
• Make-up and perfumes discouraged while working in clean room to prevent contamination

Physical Requirements

• Long periods of standing and/or walking (3-4 hours at a time)
• Must be able to wear a full-face respirator. Must be clean shaven
• Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs.
• Bending and stooping required
• May need to utilize step stool or elevated working platform to adjust within coating chamber and to disassemble/reassemble

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment physical evaluation associated with wearing a respirator.
• This position must under-go annual physical evaluations associated with respirator use.

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.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R spect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – 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.

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