Manufacturing Technician

Santa Rosa, CAFull-timePosted Jul 20, 2026

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Performs hands-on operation of optical dicing and filter robot testing process
  • All optical sizing and robot filter testing/shipping steps performed per procedure to a 0% reject standard.
  • Quality of product and throughput rate meets or exceeds departmental goals.
  • Products meet quality per internal and external customer specifications.
  • Works with the team to meet delivery goals
  • Improve processes under the guidance of supervision.
  • All steps are performed per policy and procedure

     

Education & Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent

  • Basic reading and math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

  • Desirable working experience in manufacturing environment

  • Familiarity with operating automated equipment

  • Ability to read and understand process procedures and inspection criteria

  • Experience with networked PC based computer systems (MS Office, spreadsheets, Email, and MRP systems)

Skills

  • Capable of applying basic math to product activities

  • Ability to understand and interpret product drawings (blueprints)

  • Ability to meet tight time schedules

  • Familiarity with precision optics manufacturing and metrology

  • Work in environment with open communication

  • Perform tasks independently with minimal guidance from supervisor

  • Ability to follow work priorities and multi-task when needed

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills

  • Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency

  • Demonstrates and promotes the Coherent Worldwide values: Customer First; Honesty and Integrity, Open Communications, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement and Learning; Manage by the “Facts”; A Safe, Clean and Orderly Workplace

     

Working Conditions

  • Indoor controlled environment

Physical Requirements

  • Long periods of standing

     

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.

Pay Range: Manufacturing Technician

$44,611 - $71,795, Year

  • Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:
  • Quarterly Bonus Plan

  • Multiple Shift / Schedule Availability

  • Shift Differential Pay

  • Schedule Differential Pay

  • Medical, Dental and Vision

  • Health Savings Account

  • Life, Accident, Disability insurance

  • 401(k) Plan

  • Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays

  • Paid Sick Leave

  • Paid Family Leave

  • Discounts, Perks

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

     

     

    Culture Commitment

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.


 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.


 

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