Fabrication Tech III (Temp)
A fabrication technician position working hands-on with precision glass components used in high-speed communication systems.
The role requires wedging, grinding, and polishing glass optics to exact specifications.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Job 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
Job Requirements:
* Reliable and Accountable
* Strong sense of ownership
* Quality first mindset
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 (Training for this position will occur on dayshift until fully trained)
* 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.
Pay Range: Manufacturing Technician - $44,611 - $71,795, Year
Provide the following on the requisition:
* 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
* Paid Sick Leave
* Paid Family Leave
* Discounts, Perks
* Tuition Reimbursement
* ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company's value...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Santa Rosa, US-CA
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Finance
- Recruiter: Coherent Corp.
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: 2011894
- Posted: 2026-04-22 07:56:32 -
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