Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs typical machine shop operations
- Set up and operate machining center(s) per work instructions
- Analyze written specifications, drawings and rough sketches and takes verbal instructions to plan layout and determine sequence of operations
- Follow work instructions and standard operating procedures
- Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to management or other designee
- Perform the following tasks including, but not limited to: milling, turning, drilling, tapping, de-burring, sawing and sanding
- Perform inspection of machined product (including documentation of results)
- Complete and maintain paperwork for parts
- Assist in other work areas, including but not limited to, pre-form fabrication, lay-up, infiltration, furnace operation and sand blasting
- Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve issues
- Complete other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
- Minimum four (4) years’ experience as CNC Operator or equivalent technical machining certification/degree
- Previous experience setting up and operating a CNC machine in a production environment
- Experience with precision measurement methods and systems
- Experience with computers (data entry, email)
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide (i.e., proven elementary math skills)
- Ability to read, write and speak the English language (i.e., proven elementary reading and writing skills)
- Demonstrated ability to converse and comprehend using the English language
- Demonstrated ability to use a standard computer keyboard
- Demonstrated ability to use handheld measuring tools including, but not limited to, calipers, micrometer, tape measures, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend engineering blueprints and/or customer product drawings
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing. Exposure to dust.
Physical Requirements
- Able to frequently lift/push/pull objects that are up to 50 pounds, repeatedly.
- Able to sit, stand, bend, squat and walk about the facility.
- Ability to work productively in an environment with a wide range of temperatures.
- Able to walk/stand a minimum of twelve (12) hours per day.
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.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].
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.
Skills Required
- Minimum four years experience as CNC Operator or equivalent
- Previous experience setting up and operating a CNC machine
- Experience with precision measurement methods and systems
- Experience with computers
Coherent Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Coherent Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by Coherent Corp..
-
Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage includes multiple national and region-specific options (UHC HDHP/HSA, PPO, EPO; Kaiser in CA; Health Net in OR) plus separate dental (Delta Dental) and vision (VSP), indicating strong breadth and choice. This breadth supports a solid total package in certain roles and locations.
-
Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity Value & Accessibility: An Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows buying shares at 85% of market price with contributions up to 10% of pay, expanding ownership access. This feature can materially bolster total rewards even when base pay is mid‑pack.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: Paid time off includes 15 vacation days for new hires, 10 paid holidays, and additional paid time during a December shutdown. This structure provides a clear and competitive baseline for time away from work.
Coherent Corp. Insights
What We Do
Coherent empowers market innovators to define the future through breakthrough technologies, from materials to systems. We deliver innovations that resonate with our customers in diversified applications for the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets. Headquartered in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, Coherent has research and development, manufacturing, sales, service, and distribution facilities worldwide. For more information, please visit us at coherent.com.








