Operations Supervisor

Coherent Corp.; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a skilled shift supervisor to lead a production team in a semiconductor/optics manufacturing environment.

You will oversee output, allocate resources, and ensure targets are met, while coordinating with engineering, QA, and planning teams to maintain efficient operations. The role requires experience in wafer fabrication or related electronics manufacturing, strong MS Office skills, and ISO process familiarity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 yrs experience as a supervisor or line manager in production/manufacturing setting.
• Experience with MES CAMSTAR and PDM Agile; MS Excel, Word.
• Knowledge and experience working in ISO 9K/14K environment. Auditor and auditee in area of responsibility.
• Ability to be trained and certified for ERT (Emergency Response Team).
• Prior experience in wafer fabrication, assembly, and/or testing of semiconductors, optoelectronics, or electronics.
• High School degree AS/BS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage shift production output to meet targets.
• Allocate technician and operator resources to achieve targets.
• Cross-train technicians and cover during PTOs and absences.
• Recruit, hire, train, retain, discipline direct labor, timecards, PTO, reviews, performance improvements.
• Manage timecards and schedule OT when necessary.
• Coordinate material, equipment, facilities, and labor to achieve production targets.
• Report on shift output and conduct pass down meetings.
• Maintain training records and participate in yearly audits.
• Collaborate with Process Eng, R&D, QA, Planning, Facilities, and Maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexible shifts

Clean room

Small parts handling

Semi-automated tools

Excel and Word

Wafer/die handling

Data entry accuracy

English proficiency

Integrity & motivation

Fast-paced teamwork

Machining knowledge

Education

High School degree

AS/BS preferred

Tools

CAMSTAR

PDM (Agile)

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Job Description

• Directly responsible for production output of the shift from the fab and making sure the planned targets are achieved.
• Manage the technician/operator resources and allocation to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Ability to understand concepts of manufacturing (lean mfg., line-balancing, 6S, kaizen, etc.) and be able work with the production planning team on making sure material is flowing through the factory.
• Responsible for cross‑training of the technicians and making sure all the critical areas are covered during PTOs and absentees.
• Recruit, screen, hire, train, retain, discipline direct labor, Timecards, PTO, reviews, performance improvements, cultivate team leads.
• Maintain shift discipline by managing break timings, PTO planning, late arrivals, and unannounced absences in alignment with company policies and production coverage needs.
• Manage and ensure accuracy of timecards. Plan and schedule for OT when necessary.
• Coordinate material, equipment, facilities, and labor to achieve production targets. Manage constraints.
• Report on shift’s output. Participate and conduct pass down meetings.
• Maintain the training records for the technicians and be able to participate and answer questions in the yearly audits.
• Work collaboratively with Process Engineering, R&D, Quality, Planning, Facilities, and Equipment Maintenance to achieve output targets. Provide input and feedback for improvement.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 3 yrs. experience as a supervisor or line manager in production/manufacturing setting.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) e.g., CAMSTAR and Product Data Management (PDM) systems e.g., Agile. Experience with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge and experience working in ISO 9K/14K environment. Auditor and auditee in area of responsibility.
• Ability to be trained and certified by company to be part of the ERT (Emergency Response Team).
• Prior experience in wafer fabrication, assembly, and/or testing of semiconductors, optoelectronics, or electronics.
• High School degree AS/BS preferred.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Flexible working shifts.
• Be able to spend most of the time inside the clean room
• Good at working with small parts
• Experience with semi‑automated and automated processing tools
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience in wafer level or die level handling
• Meticulous and thorough; diligent with data entry and follow workflow
• Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English required
• Integrity and self‑motivation
• Ability to work in fast paced team
• Knowledge of Machining, construction, and electrical useful

Working Conditions

• 11 am to 11 PM –> Sunday through Wednesday (3 days on 4 days off, and 4 days on 3 days off).
• Rotation shifts to cover the gaps in the coverage if needed

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for duration of shift when needed

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

• 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.

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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!