What are the responsibilities and job description for the 3rd Shift Supervisor position at Coherent Corp.?
Job Description
Production Operations
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.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .
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!
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.
Production Operations
- Direct and coordinate daily manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and customer commitments.
- Monitor production performance and address issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, or productivity.
- Optimize staffing and labor utilization to maximize operational efficiency.
- Ensure equipment is operating effectively and coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering to minimize downtime.
- Support production scale-up activities and implementation of new manufacturing technologies.
- Promote a “Quality First” culture throughout the operation.
- Ensure compliance with manufacturing specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.
- Support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and continuous quality improvements.
- Drive reduction of scrap, rework, and process variation.
- Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop production employees.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
- Support employee engagement and recognition initiatives.
- Manage attendance, scheduling, overtime, and staffing requirements.
- Foster teamwork and effective communication across all shifts and departments.
- Work closely with:
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Equipment Engineering
- Quality Assurance
- Planning and Scheduling
- Supply Chain
- Facilities
- EHS
- Support new product introductions and manufacturing qualification activities.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent manufacturing experience.
- 2–5 years of manufacturing supervisory / management experience.
- Experience supervising hourly employees in a production environment.
- Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture with zero injuries as the goal.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company EHS policies and procedures.
- Conduct regular safety meetings, audits, and incident investigations.
- Ensure employees receive required training and maintain compliance with all operating procedures.
- 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.
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.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .
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!
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.