Fabrication Technician TEMP

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the critical importance of optical flatness in the polishing and grinding of telecom wafers and coupons.
• Inspects and prepares raw optical wafers.
• Verifies material specifications and cleanliness before processing optical glass.
• Operates precision grinding equipment to thin wafers to required tolerances.
• Selects appropriate grinding compounds, pads, and tooling based on material type.
• Performs fine polishing to achieve required surface finish and flatness.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with networked PC based computer systems.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• 2 years working in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably in the Telecom Industry.
• Strong understanding of the critical importance of optical flatness in the polishing and grinding of telecom wafers and coupons.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage priorities in a production environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Skills Desired

• 2 years working in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably in the Telecom Industry.
• Strong understanding of the critical importance of optical flatness in the polishing and grinding of telecom wafers and coupons.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage priorities in a production environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite.
• Highly repetitive working conditions.
• Swing shift 1:00pm - 9:30pm PST.
• Shift deferential applies (Training for this position will occur on dayshift until fully trained).
• This job involves a moderately messy work environment.

Physical Requirements

• On occasion be able to lift 40lbs.
• Long periods of standing/walking.

Safety Requirements

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Company Benefits

• Quarterly Bonus Plan.
• Multiple Shift / Schedule Availability.
• Shift Differential Pay.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Health Plans.
• Health Savings Account.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 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

• 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.

About Us

• 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!