Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
The Manufacturing Excellence Manager is a critical new role to elevate Coherent operational performance. The position will:
- Lead Automation Programs (35%), reducing manual dependency and increasing productivity.
- Drive Innovation and Digitalization (35%) to strengthen data visibility and technology adoption.
- Enhance Industrial Engineering (20%) through improved process flow, layout efficiency, and cycle-time optimization.
- Provide Project Management (10%) for structured cross-functional execution.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automation, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
- 8+ years in automation, manufacturing excellence, industrial engineering, continuous improvement and lean mindset, process engineering, or operational excellence.
- Strong background in precision manufacturing, optics, electronics, or manual assembly environments.
Skills
- Project management excellence (PMP or equivalent is a plus)
- Strong leadership & cross-functional collaboration.
- Strategic thinking with hands-on implementation.
- Data-driven decision making.
- Change management and CI culture building.
- Effective communication in English.
- Effective communication & Ownership.
Working Conditions
- Works in standard office/manufacturing environment.
- Exposure to some of chemicals and machine oils.
- Ability to leadership team, innovation proactive thinking and readiness for change are essential demands at work.
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.
About Us
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.
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