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Production Planner

Coherent Inc

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain production schedule for the manufacturing of tunable optical filter chips
  • Monitor production progress and adjust production schedules to address priority changes, delays, and equipment downtime
  • Manage wafer and chip inventory, conduct physical counts, and maintain accurate records of products
  • Coordinate material requirements and procurements to ensure adequate production resources
  • Inspect and prepare products for shipping to customers
Education
  • BS in industrial engineering, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field
Experience & Skills
  • 2+ years of experience in production planning or similar role
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle and SAP
  • Proficiency in MS Excel or other data analysis tools
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage production in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong ability to coordinate with team members and ensure production efficiency and optimal resource utilization
Working Conditions
  • This position is on-site
  • May require occasional off-site meetings or travel
  • Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
  • Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
  • May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive's needs
Physical Requirements
  • Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
  • Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
  • Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io .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.Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • \tDevelop and maintain production schedule for the manufacturing of tunable optical filter chips
  • \tMonitor production progress and adjust production schedules to address priority changes, delays, and equipment downtime
  • \tManage wafer and chip inventory, conduct physical counts, and maintain accurate records of products
  • \tCoordinate material requirements and procurements to ensure adequate production resources
  • \tInspect and prepare products for shipping to customers
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