The ideal candidate is responsible, patient, and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently while effectively communicating issues or concerns to supervisors and managers. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required. This position plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations and maintaining consistent production standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform optical fiber connection and disconnection according to defined procedures.

• Route, organize and secure fiber bundles within modules.

• Conduct visual inspection of connectors and fiber end faces using microscope.

• Use software to perform functional tests on optical components or modules.

• Strong understanding of optical alignment principles, with the ability to utilize software tools for alignment and adjustment tasks.

• Follow established SOPs to complete day-to-day tasks.

• Maintain cleanliness and ESD-safe working environment.

• Identify issues or abnormalities and report promptly to supervisor or manager.

• Ensure production output meets quality, safety and schedule requirements.

• Connect and disconnect optical fibers and patch cords.

• Support final check and verification before shipment.

• Accurately record production data and checklist completion.

• Maintain tools and workstation organization.

• Support cross-functional tasks when required.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma with at least 3 years of relevant work experience in fiber optics, cable assembly, or related manufacturing environment preferred; Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

• Basic reading and math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).

• Experience in optical alignment is a plus.

• Demonstrated ability to follow written SOPs and work instructions.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Good manual dexterity and hand–eye coordination.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Strong computer skills, including the ability to operate standard software and accurately record and save data in Excel.

• Ability to handle optical fibers carefully without causing damage.

• Ability to visually inspect components for cleanliness and defects.

• Ability to follow detailed procedures with high accuracy.

• Responsible, patient, and detail-oriented.

• Ability to report issues clearly to supervisor/manager.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to recommend and implement process improvements

Working Conditions

Work in a Class 10,000 clean-room environment, wearing smock with mask and gloves.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods

• Use of hands and fingers for precise fiber handling

• Ability to lift materials up to 20 pounds

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.