Precision Optical Assembly Technician

Coherent Corp.; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, PA is seeking a skilled optical technician responsible for cleaning, aligning, and assembling optical components.

The role requires precision handling, fixture-based alignment, and accurate data recording in a cleanroom environment. The candidate will perform optical tests for assemblies, apply UV glues, and support continuous improvement with documentation and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic reading and math skills.
• 3+ years of experience in fiber optics related field.
• Experience in optical alignment and assembly using fixtures, hand tools and test equipment.
• Team-based and independent work ability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean optical components under a microscope.
• Set up optical alignment stations.
• Manual handling, alignment and installation of optical components with adjustment fixtures to meet specs.
• Perform optical performance tests for WSS optical assemblies.
• Apply and cure UV glues to fix components.
• Inspect own work according to quality specs.
• Produce work meeting workmanship standards and quality criteria.
• Perform incoming inspections.
• Cross-trained for upstream and downstream operations.
• Load and unload alignment stations.
• Accurately enter numerical data.
• Document and communicate improvement ideas.
• Maintain records of attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Good manual dexterity

Microscope inspection

Optical alignment

Teamwork

Quality mindset

Accurate data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microscope

Alignment fixtures

Test equipment

UV glue application tools

Job description

Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, PA is seeking a skilled optical technician responsible for cleaning, aligning, and assembling optical components.

The role requires precision handling, fixture-based alignment, and accurate data recording in a cleanroom environment. The candidate will perform optical tests for assemblies, apply UV glues, and support continuous improvement with documentation and team collaboration.