Senior Production Planner - Coherent Corp.

• Generate and maintain production schedules using the Oracle ERP/APS system
• Monitor work in process and inventory levels to ensure that required materials are supplied to the production floor according to the production schedule
• Support development and enhancement of production planning and forecasting tools
• Participate in annual budget planning and 5-year plan for production
• Track the flow of materials related to production and process development, identify and correct bottlenecks
• Interface with Product Managers, Sales and Marketing, Engineering, Purchasing and Manufacturing to ensure rapid response to customer requirements
• Close involvement with the Shipping and Receiving function to ensure that customer delivery requirements are met
• Coordinate and manage weekly production schedule operating mechanisms
• Prepare and present weekly, monthly and quarterly performance reports

• 2-year associate degree required, 4-year degree highly preferred or equivalent relevant experience considered
• Minimum 5 of years of experience in a production control and scheduling function
• Experience in leading production and planning functions
• Experience working under an ISO-9001 Quality Management System. Experience writing and editing work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Experience working in a 6-Sigma quality framework and methodology. Familiar and comfortable with problem solving tools.
• Strategic and functional understanding of Product Life-cycle Management systems, Agile preferred.
• Experience with problem analysis and resolution at the functional level
• Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing environment. Experience leading continuous improvement/kaizen activities. Experience identifying the 7-types of waste and executing projects to minimize waste. Experience setting up supermarkets, Kanban's and pull-production systems.
• Develop plans and set goals, to evaluate work accomplishments.
• Experienced with Total Quality\\Business Excellence and business process management

• Strategic and functional understanding of ERP/APS systems, Oracle preferred
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems
• Problem analysis and resolution
• Inventory management
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong team player
• Adapts readily to changes caused by new requirements and/or situations
• Ability to understand, assimilate and react to new processes and changes
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and issues in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• 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)

Office and manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs.
• Able to sit, stand, bend, squat and walk about the facility.
• Able to sit minimum 8-hours per day.

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.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 Summary: Responsible for the production planning, scheduling and customer service functions to ensure on-time product delivery and optimum customer satisfaction. Manage product and part inventories to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained within defined guidelines. Maintain proper levels in finished goods. Forecast revenue and bookings and report to senior management.