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Quality Engineer

Coherent Corp. and Careers
Starkville, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • BS in mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or equivalent.
  • ASQ certified quality engineer or Six Sigma Black belt certification is desirable.
  • 3-5 years of experience in Quality Engineering, Inspection Process Engineering, or similar job functions.
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate projects and achieve results through others
  • Proficient computer skills, experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Email, internet access
  • Problem solving. Able to find and remove root cause for individual and complex quality problems.
  • Understanding of, and ability to develop quality systems (process and procedures for auditing, corrective and preventive actions, etc...).
  • Strong computer skills and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong project management skills; able to work with many tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision to achieve goals and objectives
  • Ability to direct the activities of several small manufacturing or quality groups (3-5 people)
  • Experience in SPC, Six Sigma, Lean, and TQM techniques. CQE preferred.
  • Experience in data collection and analysis including process capability studies and analysis of DOE data.
  • Auditing knowledge including ISO 9001 & ISO 14001. CQA preferred.
  • Travel 5-10% of the time within the United States.
  • Calibration and verification expertise.
  • 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)

Education & Experience

  • Minimum 3 yr. experience in Quality Engineering or similar job functions.
  • BS in mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or equivalent.
  • ASQ certified quality engineer or Six Sigma Black belt certification is desirable.

Skills

  • Strong computer skills and written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong project management skills; able to work with many tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision to achieve goals and objectives
  • Ability to direct the activities of several small manufacturing or quality groups (3-5 people)
  • Experience in SPC, Six Sigma, Lean, and TQM techniques. CQE preferred.
  • Experience in data collection and analysis including process capability studies and analysis of DOE data.
  • Auditing knowledge including ISO 9001 & ISO 14001. CQA preferred.
  • Travel 5-10% of the time within the United States.
  • Calibration and verification expertise.
  • 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)

Working Conditions

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Hands-on work in a cleanroom

Physical Requirements

Ability to work at computer

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

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


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.

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