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Production Planner

II-VI Aerospace & Defense
Dallas, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Responsible for generating and releasing work orders and maintaining production schedules in the MRP system
  • Support production planning activities including schedule updates, material tracking, and inventory monitoring
  • Review and maintain BOM accuracy and support implementation of engineering changes (ECOs)
  • Monitor production status, material availability, and assist in resolving shortages
  • Generate and maintain planning, inventory, and production reports
  • Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and customer service to support production flow
  • Monitor manufacturing yields, Lead Time, Safety stock, Shrink %, and Work Order Variance
  • Facilitate communication of, and resolution to, PO and material issues in Vietnam
  • Review production status and capacity issues with manufacturing supervisor
  • Update on time deliveries, misses, reasons

Education & Experience

  • 0–3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or manufacturing environment
  • Associate’s degree required; BA/BS degree preferred in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field required

Skills

  • Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
  • Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
  • Basic understanding of MRP/ERP systems (Oracle experience a plus)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office tools
  • Work with a high standard of ethics, professionalism, and competency
  • Self-motivated with good time management skillsDue to ITAR compliance, this position requires 

Working Conditions

  • Normal office environment with frequent interaction with manufacturing areas
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high mix / low volume production environment

Physical Requirements

    • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods
    • Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment
    • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members
Safety Requirements

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Corporate EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities.

Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently.  They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

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.:

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.

About The Team

II-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company, offering careers in offices and campuses in California, Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. We work with emerging technology in areas of atmospheric sensing and imaging, adaptive optics, optical communications, coherent beam combining, and numerical performance analysis of atmospheric optics systems. II-VI A&D has recently been awarded several new government contracts and we are offering opportunities to leverage your technical experience and interpersonal skills for something more than a simple paycheck. If this sounds like the type of environment you are seeking at this point in your career, and if your background meets these qualifications, please apply. We will offer a competitive salary and benefits. Since II-VI A&D is a rapidly expanding organization, it means that significant opportunities exists for career advancement and professional development.

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