What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Manufacturing Engineer position at Coherent Corp.?
Job Description
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer at our Philadelphia, PA facility where we develop and produce precision patterned products. Your primary challenges will include technical support, process development, and process improvement. You will be responsible for providing manufacturing support which includes troubleshooting process and equipment issues, failure analysis and corrective action, yield enhancements, and cost improvements.
Primary Duties & 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.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."
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.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer at our Philadelphia, PA facility where we develop and produce precision patterned products. Your primary challenges will include technical support, process development, and process improvement. You will be responsible for providing manufacturing support which includes troubleshooting process and equipment issues, failure analysis and corrective action, yield enhancements, and cost improvements.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Supports development and implementation of new manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment. Develop manufacturing processes that are robust against product specifications and support quoted cost.
- Collaborates with R&D and manufacturing teams to innovate process and product improvements. Develop and implement continuous improvement projects.
- Perform data analysis on product performance and manufacturing processes. Ensures key process variables are identified, characterized, and controlled to consistently result in acceptable quality and cycle times.
- Troubleshooting of process/equipment related issues in timely manner working with manufacturing technicians and engineers to resolve the issues.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective action plans to resolve manufacturing issues ensuring high quality products with stable and reliable processes.
- Responsible for maintaining manufacturing process documentation including standard operating procedures, routers, and Bills of Materials.
- May conduct training of manufacturing technicians on the processes and provide support for cross training activities.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, materials, or manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline, or 2 years of relevant experience.
- Experience working with ceramics a plus.
- Ability to work under general supervision and to manage multiple assigned tasks and projects effectively.
- Must be capable of reading blueprints.
- Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
- Computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Access, and MRP systems. CAD software knowledge a plus (Solidworks preferred).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organization skills and high attention to details required.
- Experience in ceramic coating technologies and high temperature equipment (kilns, furnaces) is desired.
- Experience in process design, development, and project planning is desired.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma is desired.
- Job operates in an office and manufacturing environment.
- Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
- May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the site’s needs
- Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings
- Ability to occasionally lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs.
- Able to sit, stand, bend, squat and walk about the facility.
- Walk of uneven and slippery surfaces.
- Ability to reach around various production equipment to troubleshoot issues, perform calibration, and maintenance.
- 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.
- The employee will follow all safety and environmental procedures are consistently. The employee will support Health & Safety Officer by providing technical support for specific situations.
- They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.
- 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.
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."
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.
