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Technician, Test

Company:
Coherent
Location:
Sherman, TX, 75090
Posted:
March 22, 2026
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Description:

Description

Primary Duties & 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

Education & Experience

Minimum 15 yr. semiconductor or equipment maintenance or related experience.

BS or equivalent degree

Skills

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 cross-functional 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

Soldering experience, Oscilloscope experience, computer networking troubleshooting experience

Working Conditions

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.

Physical Requirements

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 50lb

Requires using microscopes and other metrology tools

Requires working in full cleanroom attire including laser safety goggles

Requires compressed shifts (12hr)

Holiday and overtime (with prior approval) may be required depending on production needs.

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.

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