Team B - Manufacturing Operator

Come join a Great Team in Starkville, MS

• Identify and notate defects on the wafer
• Scanning wafers using a scope
• Measuring wafer on a five-point grid
• Cleaning the wafer
• Carries out clean roomexperiments as part of engineering-directed, contract or internally funded, process development programs
• Participates in the documentation of new and upgraded clean roomprocedures and specifications as they are readied for deployment
• Participates in the implementation and execution of a clean roomprocess development plan.
• Supports the training of new employees assigned to the clean roomactivity
• Carries out a satisfactory, documented preventative maintenance program areas assigned to the clean roomactivity
• Maintains semiconductor production work areas.

• High School Diploma.
• Must be able to work weekend hours. Overtime may be required.
• Experience with networked PC based computer system. (Excel, Email, and MRP).
• Must be technically inclined with mechanical skills.
• Experience with problem analysis and resolution and reporting and documentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and procedures while offering suggestions for continuous improvement.
• Experience with 5S considered a plus, but not required.
• Due to ITAR compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
• Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency

• Good working conditions.
• Closed toeshoes required.

• Good hand dexterity.
• Ability to lift 50 lb.
• Ability to wear PPE for duration of scheduled shift.

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corporate 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.:

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.

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.

• Job Identification 2013775
• Posting Date 07/28/2026, 01:36 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 201 Research Blvd., Starkville, MS, 39759, US