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Coherent · Budd Lake, NJ

# Coat Tech Sr. - 2nd Shift

Budd Lake, NJ, United States On-site Senior individual contributor 

Listed on Coherent’s official careers site. Posted August 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Coherent’s careers site →](https://hcwp.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/2013604)

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## Job description

### Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Load optics into fixtures; clean & inspect under a microscope
- Determine if surface quality is fully compliant to specific customer drawings/specifications
- Inspect and final clean per production schedule
- Preparation of optical substrates for thin film disposition
- Load parts into coating chambers
- Follow ISO procedures and policies
- Unload coated crystals from fixtures & inspect surface quality under a microscope per ANSI, Mil standard or ISO.
- Perform reflectivity testing on spectrophotometers or lasers based on product wavelengths
- Enter WO data into MRP system in preparation for shipment Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- 5+ years previous experience in material inspection
- Demonstrated ability to see and handle small parts
- Previous experience using a microscope
- Must be able to work on repetitive tasks
- Basic data entry skills
- Willing/able to work in a cleanroom environment, fully gowned
- Willing/able to work with minimal exposure to chemicals such as, methanol and isopropanol Desired Qualifications:
- Previous experience in an optics manufacturing environment or similar technical training
- Some college in physics, chemistry, engineering and/or math
- Experience in optics cleaning and inspection
- Experience in optical coating technologies
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Accurate data entry skills MRP/ERP experience 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.: I ntegrity
- Create an Environment of Trust C ollaboration
- Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas A ccountability
- Own the Process and the Outcome R espect
- Recognize the Value in Everyone E nthusiasm
- 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 talentacquisition@coherent.com.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Aug 17, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 62 days
- Location: Budd Lake, NJ, United States
- Work arrangement: On-site[Apply on Coherent’s careers site →](https://hcwp.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/2013604)

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