Sr. Operations Manager

Coherent • East Granby, CT

2d

About The Position

Lead and scale Manufacturing Operations with full accountability for delivering orders of magnitude increase in production volume on aggressive timelines. Drive cross-functional execution across Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to remove barriers and ensure aligned, on-target ramp. Transform existing processes into standardized, controlled, and repeatable high-volume manufacturing systems. Build and enforce disciplined operating systems (KPIs, daily management, escalation) to ensure execution speed and accountability. Own yield, throughput, and cycle time performance by driving rapid problem-solving and eliminating process variability. Build a team to execute on standardized production practices at scale. Lead, develop, and hold accountable a high-performing operations team capable of executing under speed and pressure. Deliver manufacturing ramp milestones on time, ensuring readiness of processes, materials, equipment, and teams.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Business Manager or related field required
• 12+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or process engineering in high-tech or precision industries.
• Demonstrated success scaling production from low-volume to high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex operational initiatives under tight timelines.
• Experience in process-driven environments (e.g., semiconductors, photonics, medical devices, advanced manufacturing).
• Prior leadership experience managing operations and/or engineering teams.
• Strong execution mindset with the ability to drive results quickly in complex, fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Proven leadership capability to align and mobilize cross-functional teams toward aggressive operational goals.
• Deep understanding of process industrialization principles and high-volume manufacturing systems.
• Ability to translate data into action, using metrics to prioritize, escalate, and drive decisions.
• High ownership and accountability, with a bias for action and problem resolution.
• Effective communicator who can set clear expectations, challenge teams, and drive alignment at all levels.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. degree in Business Management or related preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale Manufacturing Operations with full accountability for delivering orders of magnitude increase in production volume on aggressive timelines.
• Drive cross-functional execution across Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to remove barriers and ensure aligned, on-target ramp.
• Transform existing processes into standardized, controlled, and repeatable high-volume manufacturing systems.
• Build and enforce disciplined operating systems (KPIs, daily management, escalation) to ensure execution speed and accountability.
• Own yield, throughput, and cycle time performance by driving rapid problem-solving and eliminating process variability.
• Build a team to execute on standardized production practices at scale.
• Lead, develop, and hold accountable a high-performing operations team capable of executing under speed and pressure.
• Deliver manufacturing ramp milestones on time, ensuring readiness of processes, materials, equipment, and teams.

Benefits

• All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
• 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.
• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees