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Photonics Technician

II-VI Aerospace & Defense
Traverse, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/30/2025
Job Description

We are seeking a Photonics Technician (H04) to join our manufacturing team in our Traverse City, Michigan facility. The successful candidate will be able to perform detailed assembly work on small components while following prescribed quality standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Understand and follow detailed working instructions in controlled documentation and manufacturing policies and procedures
  • Perform work using a high-power microscope
  • Follow all cleanroom procedures and policies
  • Perform a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies
  • Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specification
  • Routinely use hand tools, tweezers, oven, hot plates, crimps, and microscopes
  • Perform optics and crystal cleaning and handling
  • Clean and fasten optics and mechanical parts utilizing various chemical solvents and adhesives.
  • Follow company procedures for engineering change notices, non-conforming product, customer concerns, returned goods, and report to proper personnel.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines, while meeting production goals and schedules.
  • Transact work order in Oracle and Cumulus systems
  • Seek additional tasks for completion whenever possible
  • Monitor in process parts and communicate to inventory control
  • Perform minor adjustments to the assembly workstations and offer feedback for major adjustments when needed
  • Prepare products for shipping by completing necessary documentation and packaging of product
  • Repair and document returned products for repair
  • Communicate with supervisor regularly (several times a week) to convey work status
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

  • Associates Degree in a related field or
  • High School Diploma/GED and 2-4 years’ experience in Electronics or Photonics field
  • Familiar with Oracle, Agile, ISO, basic computer skill
  • Clean room environment and Lean Manufacturing background is a plus.
  • Experienced in the use of: DVM's, power supplies, and general test equipment
  • Experience using hand soldering equipment

Skills

  • Good hand and eye coordination is required
  • Ability to multi-task and switch from task to task at short notice is a desirable quality
  • Knowledge of production concepts such as calibration and quality systems
  • Skilled in use of electronic and optical test and measurement systems
  • General understanding of lasers and laser safety a plus
  • Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work with others in a teamwork environment
  • Ability to maintain a high level of quality while functioning within a busy work environment
  • Ability to recognize potential problem areas & communicate to supervisor

Working Conditions

  • Work is performed in a cleanroom environment

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to wear cleanroom garments for an 8-hour shift
  • Able to work around strong magnetic fields

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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