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Automation Transfer & Test Technician

Coherent


Job Location:

Santa Rosa, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 10 October 2026 (20 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 7 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operate robotic and automated equipment used to test inspect and sort fiber optic filters.
  • Load and unload fiber optic components into automated testing systems.
  • Monitor equipment performance and respond to alarms errors and process interruptions.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of robotic automated optical and test equipment.
  • Verify test results and ensure components are sorted according to established specifications.
  • Perform visual and dimensional inspections of fiber optic components.
  • Identify defective damaged or out-of-specification components.
  • Record and maintain accurate production and test data.
  • Follow work instructions manufacturing procedures and quality requirements.
  • Experience with robotic pick-and-place systems or automated inspection equipment.
  • Experience with PLC-controlled machinery or automated manufacturing systems.
  • Familiarity with fiber optic test methods and optical measurement equipment.
  • Experience troubleshooting automated production equipment.
  • Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment.

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience with networked PC based computer systems.
  • Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Skills

Fiber Optics Optical Testing Robotics Automation Precision Manufacturing Equipment Troubleshooting Quality Inspection Optical Components Automated Sorting Data Collection Root Cause Analysis Preventive Maintenance

Working Conditions

  • Work in a temperature-controlled building
  • 100% work onsite

Physical Requirements

  • Highly repetitive working conditions
  • Long periods of standing
  • Detail work using Tweezers

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 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Benefits Package

  • 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)

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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