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Optician

Coherent


Job Location:

Saxonburg, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 15 October 2026 (8 days ago)
Application Deadline: 12 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Follows all work instructions procedures and documents on manufacturing processes.
  • Reads drawing and engineering sheets for specifications and requirements.
  • Perform initial programming and set-up of the machine for standard orders. Requires selecting appropriate tools to complete the job.
  • Performs machine adjustments as needed to achieve the desired results.
  • Continual operation of the machine in an efficient manner.
  • Accurately and consistently wands into the production order being worked on.
  • Handles optics with care. Take precautions to protect optics during handling and measuring.
  • Completed parts must meet or exceed specifications.
  • Maintains machines during and after operations.
  • Maintaining verifying and recording mechanical specifications per the drawing into databases or data sheets when required.
  • Work with engineering to continually improve the processes and products.

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 2-5 years experience in light manufacturing preferred but not required.

Skills

  • Attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Must be both team oriented and self-motivated
  • Ability to take direction from supervisor
  • Must work with supervisor and technical lead to troubleshoot and resolve problems
  • Ability to interpret mechanical drawings

Working Conditions

  • Manufacturing and laboratory conditions involving the use of high-precision machines.
  • The correct safety equipment and personal protective clothing must be used in all activities.
  • The use of chemicals such as acetone acetic acid IPA detergents polishes and coolants.
  • Standing for long periods.
  • Some manufacturing areas within the department can be noisy dirty and require working with hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements

  • Standing 6-8 hours a day
  • Sitting 0-2 hours per day
  • Maximum lifting/pulling of 25 lbs

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.

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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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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