Operations Manager (Production, Manufacturing Operations, Production Planning & Control, Warehouse)_Penang

Job Description

Operations Manager

Scope: Production, Manufacturing Operations, Production Planning & Control, Warehouse

Job Summary

Lead manufacturing operations to meet production, quality, delivery, cost, and safety targets. Coordinate resources and work across departments to support customer requirements and business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead production and manufacturing operations to achieve the approved build and shipment plans.
• Monitor operational performance, including output, productivity, yield, cycle time, delivery, cost, and inventory.
• Coordinate with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Warehouse teams to resolve production issues.
• Review capacity, manpower, equipment, and material requirements and address gaps.
• Drive continuous improvement, productivity, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and company requirements.
• Develop supervisors and managers through coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
• Report operational performance, risks, and recovery plans to senior management.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Relevant experience leading manufacturing or production teams.
• Knowledge of production planning, manufacturing processes, and operational performance metrics.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
• ERP experience, such as Oracle, is an advantage.
  
  

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.

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.