Technician 1- 2nd Shift

Oerlikon; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and prescription

Dental and Vision coverage

Employee Assistance programs

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

12 paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon in Wixom, MI is seeking a Coating Technician (2nd shift) to set up and monitor coating machines, load/unload chambers, and input process parameters.

You will pre-treat customer products, oversee chamber loads, and make critical processing decisions, with a focus on equipment maintenance and quality.

This role requires a high school diploma, 2–4 years in related equipment repair, and willingness to work overtime.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred.
• Knowledge of cutting tools preferred (e.g., drills).
• Experience with coating techniques, blasting, or plating desired.
• Ability to read/write/speak English.
• Commitment to company values and strong work ethic; detail-oriented and creative.
• Proficient in ordering supplies via the internet and MS Office.
• Experience with MS Office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment.
• Optimize daily use of production equipment.
• Follow procedures and interpret customer work instructions.
• Collaborate with Quality Coordinator and Center Manager on quality concerns.
• Provide training and assistance on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Learn new skills and cross-train into departments.
• Operate and maintain coating equipment per specifications.
• Minimize downtime via preventative maintenance.

Skills

English proficiency

Detail-oriented

Strong work ethic

Overtime willingness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Career Opportunities: Technician 1- 2nd Shift (105176)

Requisition ID105176-Posted10/20/2026-Production/Facility Management

We are looking for a Coating Technician for our Wixom, MI facility. In this role you will be responsible for the set up and monitoring of the Coating Machines. The main responsibilities are to prepare the coating system, load and unload the chamber, change the magnetic systems and input process parameters in the operator screen. This individual will pre-treat a variety of customer products using standardized methods to prepare products for coating. The technician will use analytical thinking and a high-degree of creativity to oversee and assemble chamber loads based on customer specifications. As part of his/her regular responsibilities, this person will make critical processing decisions, to initiate the coating process as well as be responsible for disassembling and reconfiguring the chamber for subsequent loads.

We offer:

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees developmentopportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform daily changeover maintenance of pre/post treatment equipment
• Optimize the daily use of production equipment
• Follow standard procedures and interpret customer work instructions
• Work with Quality Coordinator and Center Manager to identify and address quality concerns
• Providing training and assistance to other employees on equipment operation and maintenance
• Learn new skills and Cross-train into various departments
• Operating and maintaining coating equipment according to specifications
• Minimizing equipment downtime through preventative maintenance procedures
• Learning fixturing and defixturing techniques
• Maintaining and updating equipment records
• Assisting with quality assurance and other technical matters as required
• Interact with customers and co-workers in a ‘customer-friendly’ manner
• Receive and inspect customer product for processing
• Inspect finished product
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management.

Your Profile:

• High School graduate or GED or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of previous experience in HVAC, carpentry, automotive/industrial equipment repair, or construction preferred
• Knowledge of cutting tools preferred (e.g., drills, etc.)
• Previous experience with coating techniques, blasting, or plating strongly desired
• Ability to read/write/speak English
• Commits to corporate core values, goals, mission and vision.
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and creative
• Must be proficient in ordering supplies via the internet.
• Experience with MS Office.
• Individual must have strong work ethic, be high-energy, and detail oriented.
• The employee may be required to lift, stack, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 44 pounds.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work overtime when required.
• In compliance with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Why Oerlikon:

Team Spirit is one of our core values. Collaborating across borders, languages and cultures is key to us delivering results. Supporting our people’s growth and development is a top priority. We believe in the creative power of a team that draws strength from welcoming a broad expanse of knowledge, experience and perspectives.

About Oerlikon

Oerlikon is a global leader in material science engineering. Through the right combination of surface technologies, advanced materials, coating equipment, engineered components and advanced manufacturing, we help customers improve the performance, efficiency, durability and sustainability of their products and processes. Our technologies are often invisible to the end user, but mission-critical to the industries that power modern life: aerospace, energy, semiconductors, medical, luxury, tooling, automotive and general industries. Headquartered in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with a global workforce of around 10,000 people. In 2025, Oerlikon achieved sales of CHF 1.6 billion.

We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential - guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.