Facilities Project Manager (Sr. Principle) - Coherent Corp.

Project Development

• Collaborate with management and engineering personnel to define the scope of capital projects, develop requirements for tooling and infrastructure, assess the level of effort, establish budgets and schedules. As well as define key performance measures.
• Develop cash flow projections.
• Outflow information to 3rd party design teams and or contractors to ensure accurate execution of deliverables.

• Oversee the daily execution of tasks and project schedules to ensure timely completion in alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and resources to ensure effective operation, adherence to budgetary constraints, and compliance with policy. Provide periodic outbriefs to stakeholders on project progress to completion.
• Perform periodic risk and opportunity assessments and ensure that risk owners implement suitable mitigation strategies. Communicate relevant information to leadership and escalate issues when necessary.
• Track all projects with key deliverables.
• Provide a comprehensive overview of key deliverables across all projects, and daily execution activities to drive focus on achieving objectives.

• Ensure that projects adhere to regulatory requirements, industry best practices and policies.
• Interface with government representatives to define and achieve milestone development for government programs (including local, state, and national incentives) specifically related to the Sherman site.

• Maintain accurate records of project activities, and objective evidence to support audits/ milestone payments.
• Generate documentation, standard work policies and procedures related to facilities standard work.

• Lead process improvement projects resulting in cost efficiencies.
• Support factory transformational activities designed specifically for cost efficiencies.
• Supporting new product introduction (NPI) projects from concept through development and integration into the factory.

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, and X or more years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations management or program/project management environment or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Project management experience as a standalone item. / Factory transitions
• Experience generating documentation, standard work policies and procedures
• Experience in managing plant relocation projects.
• Experience interfacing with external customers and government representatives.

• Build and maintain trusting relationships within the departments, organization, and also with external suppliers and government organizations.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action process.
• Strong analytical skills to include the ability to synthesize large quantities of data and develop recommendation that will drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in a high energy, fast paced environment, able to adapt to changing business needs.
• Highly self-directed and able to learn quickly with a solid ability to drive and deliver results.
• Demonstrated organizational leadership skills.
• Skilled in leading, facilitating, and effectively managing organizational change.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Experienced leading multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborate in a respectful and professional manner with co-workers, vendors, and other external parties.

• All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.
• Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.     

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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .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.As Facilities Project Manager (Sr. Principle) supporting Coherent manufacturing, you will play a pivotal role in themanagement of capital projects, internal and external engineering resources, (local, state, and national government programs) and transformation initiatives that align with the company's growth strategy. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams, driving projects from conceptualization through procurement, installation and into implementation phases. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the overall efficiency of our manufacturing facility.