Manufacturing Supervisor

Coherent Corp.Santa Rosa, CA
$70,553 - $95,278Onsite

About The Position

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!

Requirements

  • 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing company with 2-5 years in a supervisory role
  • Experience developing and sustaining High-Performance Work Groups
  • Knowledge of automation, machining and other manufacturing processes
  • Experience with problem analysis and resolution at the functional level
  • Proven track record of continuous improvement
  • Experienced with ISO Quality and business process management
  • Mechanically and analytically inclined.
  • Proficient computer skills, experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, Email, internet access.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead people and achieve results through others
  • Able to develop plans, set goals, to evaluate work accomplishments and provide effective feedback.
  • Flexible and adaptable to handle employee and technical issues.
  • Ability to detect and troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Hands on approach to leadership and problem resolution.
  • Ability to be able to handle multiple priorities and complex problems under time constraints.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate people.
  • Ability to deal effectively with differences of opinion, to influence, to draw ideas from others, and to negotiate and mediate.
  • Ability to anticipate and handle multiple priorities and complex issues involving external and internal priorities.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and issues in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to work with employees and customers in a multi-cultural, global team environment.
  • Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership and competency.
  • Demonstrates and promotes the Coherent Worldwide values: Customer First; Honesty and Integrity, Open Communications, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement and Learning; Manage by the “Facts”; A Safe, Clean and Orderly Workplace.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in thin film coatings preferred
  • Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus
  • Experience in Manufacturing Execution System (MES) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

  • Manage Telecom filter production operations to meet customer / site requirements.
  • Monitor the line to ensure proper documentation is used, and all procedures are being followed.
  • Maintain minimum requirements for On-time to Promise Date and On-time to Customer Request (POD / CRD) consistent with site targets.
  • Achieve product return level consistent with site targets.
  • Reviews daily production requirements and coordinates with lead personnel to assure staffing, material and equipment are in place to meet the daily requirements.
  • Coordinates resource sharing with supervisors / leads.
  • Ensure all Multistage lines (Transfer, Test, Tune and Shipping areas) work together cohesively to achieve department goals and lowest possible cost.
  • Continuously monitor lines to identify any areas for process improvements that will reduce operating costs or improve efficiency.
  • Target processes affecting yields as potential projects to be examined.
  • Maintain a high standard for quality and a safe work environment.
  • Support implementation of new equipment or software (jointly with ACC staff).
  • Works with Quality Administrator to create work instructions for new and existing processes and to create a training matrix for the area.
  • Manage and maintain all physical and electronic WIP / Inventory.
  • Determine / confirm availability of raw materials along with the planning group.
  • Train existing / new employees to optimize team capability and capacity.
  • Ensure your team is staffed, motivated, inspired, engaged and empowered to deliver a high and sustainable level of performance.
  • Ensure you have the right people in the right jobs, by consistently using proper interview and selection techniques and methodologies throughout your organization.
  • Ensure a learning environment is in place, and your team is trained and developed to consistently achieve your organization’s expectations in both the short and long term.
  • Ensure the annual goals are fully operating with meaningful stretch goals for all employees in your organization, that feedback is on-going and focused on development and done with 100% On Time Delivery.
  • Ensure a free flow of two-way information for your organization to work effectively and communication channels are active and open.
  • Ensure an accident-free environment by following all EH&S policies and procedures, maintain a clean, safe and orderly environment and openly endorsing and creating an attitude that all accidents are preventable within your sphere of influence.
  • Ensure that Coherent and local HR policies and procedures are understood and complied with in your area.
  • Ensure all department information systems, records, reports and metrics are accurate and generated on time.
  • Ensure company policy is followed regarding all safety, environmental and ergonomic requirements.
  • Ensure Company Technology Control Plan, IP protection and Export Compliance requirements are understood and properly followed.
  • Ensure relevant IT and Quality procedures are understood and properly executed.
  • Responsible for maintaining a quality work environment.
  • Act as a role model for Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Satisfaction and Business Results.
  • Establish and maintain a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, competency, and quality.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation program
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