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Fabrication Technician III

Coherent


Job Location:

Santa Rosa, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates a strong understanding of the critical importance of optical flatness in the polishing and grinding of telecom wafers and coupons.
  • Inspect and prepare raw optical wafers
  • Verify material specifications and cleanliness before processing optical glass
  • Operate precision grinding equipment to thin wafers to required tolerances.
  • Select appropriate grinding compounds pads and tooling based on material type
  • Perform 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)

Skills

  • Minium of 2 years working in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferably in the Telecom Industry.
  • Demonstrates a 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
  • Due to the use of polishing compounds and loose abrasive compounds this job involves a moderately messy work environment.

Physical Requirements

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

Safety Requirements

  • All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
  • Consistently prioritize safety in all aspects of daily operations.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Company Benefits:

  • 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
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Accident Disability insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Flexible Time Off Paid Holidays

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys 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.


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Required Experience:

IC


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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 ... View more

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