Coherent Corp. · 7 hours ago
Test Technician
Sherman, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCoherent Corp. is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components, seeking a Test Technician. The role involves maintaining and developing test infrastructure, providing training, and analyzing production data to ensure smooth operations on the production floor.
AerospaceIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingNavigationSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Maintain existing test infrastructure on the production floor
Bring up new test infrastructure on the production floor
Support improvements/upgrades to test infrastructure on the production floor
Support the smooth flow of material through test infrastructure on the production floor
Support engineering in developing and implementing new test infrastructure
Update and maintain test documentation
Provide test equipment-related training to operators
Perform calibrations and validations of test equipment
Perform material dispositions
Perform, analyze, and act on SPC charts & maintain SPC material
Analyze and act on production and test related KPis
Perform basic DOEs for engineers
Co-develop calibration procedures with senior technicians and engineers
Co-develop SOPs and OCAPs with senior technicians and engineers
Ownership and accountability of production floor performance and misses on all. test equipment
Successfully present and communicate to management on any topics of interest/concern
Cross-train other technicians on all test infrastructure / job requirements
Advanced analysis of engineering and production data from multiple sources and present analyses / summaries in verbal and written presentations to engineers and management
Develop and perform advanced DOEs for engineers
Qualification
Required
BS or equivalent degree
Knowledge of optics, mechanics, and electronics
Laboratory skills using high speed test equipment such as network analyzers, pattern generators, oscilloscopes, error detectors, micrometers, microscopes, etc
Cursory knowledge of programming or scripting languages
Quick learner with abstract and foreign concepts
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong reporting, logging, and documentation skills
Great self-management & prioritization skills
Must be a self-starter, able to work in high stress environment
Strong interpersonal/teaming skills to able to effectively collaborate with other crossfunctional teams and individuals at all levels of the organization to achieve business unit and organizational objectives
Strong direct ownership of projects and ability to successfully complete them within cross-functional teams
Proficiency with MS Office and similar software
Ability to juggle many tasks simultaneously and continually report on progress
Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment
This position will support 24/7 factory operations inside a cleanroom
Most of the time spent will be in full cleanroom attire in the factory, some time will be spent in technician rooms and cubicles
Must be a self-starter, able to work in high stress high paced environment
Must be able to work from incomplete documentation and instructions
Includes working on mechanical systems within a production cleanroom
Includes working with laptops & desktops within a production cleanroom
Requires bending at the waist and/or knees
Requires leaning/reaching into mechanical systems
Requires bundling/unbundling cabling on the floor
Requires lifting up to 50 lb
Requires using microscopes and other metrology tools
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards
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
Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp
Benefits
Competitive compensation program
Company
Coherent Corp.
Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems.
Founded in 1971
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.44BKey Investors
JP Morgan Chase
2025-09-26Post Ipo Debt· $3.03B
2021-05-07Post Ipo Equity· $410M
1987-10-09IPO
Leadership Team
Sherri Luther
CFO and Treasurer
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Giovanni Barbarossa
Chief Strategy Officer & President Materials Segment
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