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Coating Technician 3 (TEMP)

II-VI Aerospace & Defense
Santa Rosa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/22/2026
Job Description

Operation of automated thin film coating chambers. Follows manufacturing processes and maintains SPC charts were appropriate. Follows coating recipes using correct deposition requirements. Maintains one or more coating chambers through proper setup, foil/target changes, operational modes and miscellaneous setup maintenance. Monitors deposition data, relaying abnormalities to Manager, Engineering, or Maintenance. Works as a team player supporting all shift work activities.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Probable errors usually detected in succeeding operations and generally confined to a single department or single phase of production. Error usually detected by verified or checked. Loss includes minor monetary loss.
  • Works with multiple departments
  • 2 to 5 years manufacturing experience and/or advanced education or equivalent plus 2-3 years of coating manufacturing experience.
  • Experience with precision measurement methods and systems.
  • Ability to read and understand process procedures and work instructions
  • Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and procedures closely while offering suggestions for continuous improvement.
  • Experience with networked PC based computer system (spreadsheets, Email, MRP systems).
  • Experience with problem analysis and resolution.
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working with others.
  • Ability to recommend and implement improvements.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience with networked PC based computer systems

Education & Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Basic reading and math skills

Skills

  • Able to work in a demanding production environment involving multi-tasking, forward thinking, strong attention to detail and quality. Responsible for high accuracy thin film coating deposition work.
  • Requires detailed observational and technical skills during cleaning, coating, and scanning stages of production to ensure proper performance of product.
  • Good manual dexterity.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities involving external and internal priorities.
  • Ability to excel in a cross-organizational, cross cultural, global team environment.
  • Handle special assignments promptly and professionally.
  • Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency
  • Demonstrates and promotes the Coherent Worldwide values:
  • Customer First; Honesty and Integrity, Open Communications, Teamwork,
  • Continuous Improvement and Learning; Manage by the “Facts”; A Safe, Clean and Orderly Workplace

Working Conditions

  • Good working conditions. Occasional exposure to noise, dust, heat, etc. Some element which makes conditions a little less desirable than office.
  • Flow of work and type of duties involve constant normal mental and visual demand, along with manual coordination for over 50% of the time.

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, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s 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.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."

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!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About The Team

II-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company, offering careers in offices and campuses in California, Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. We work with emerging technology in areas of atmospheric sensing and imaging, adaptive optics, optical communications, coherent beam combining, and numerical performance analysis of atmospheric optics systems. II-VI A&D has recently been awarded several new government contracts and we are offering opportunities to leverage your technical experience and interpersonal skills for something more than a simple paycheck. If this sounds like the type of environment you are seeking at this point in your career, and if your background meets these qualifications, please apply. We will offer a competitive salary and benefits. Since II-VI A&D is a rapidly expanding organization, it means that significant opportunities exists for career advancement and professional development.

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