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Operations Supervisor

Job in Fremont, Alameda County, California, 94536, USA
Listing for: Coherent
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production Manager, Operations Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Duties & Responsibilities Directly responsible for production output of the shift from the fab and making sure the planned targets are achieved.

Manage the technician/operator resources and allocation to ensure production targets are achieved.

Ability to understand concepts of manufacturing (lean mfg., line-balancing, 6S, kaizen, etc.) and be able work with the production planning team on making sure material is flowing through the factory.

Responsible for cross-training of the technicians and making sure all the critical areas are covered during PTOs and absentees.

Recruit, screen, hire, train, retain, discipline direct labor, Timecards, PTO, reviews, performance improvements, cultivate team leads.

Maintain shift discipline by managing break timings, PTO planning, late arrivals, and unannounced absences in alignment with company policies and production coverage needs.

Manage and ensure accuracy of timecards.  Plan and schedule for OT when necessary.

Coordinate material, equipment, facilities, and labor to achieve production targets.  Manage constraints.

Report on shift’s output.  Participate and conduct pass down meetings.

Maintain the training records for the technicians and be able to participate and answer questions in the yearly audits. Work collaboratively with Process Engineering, R&D, Quality, Planning, Facilities, and Equipment Maintenance to achieve output targets.  Provide input and feedback for improvement.

Education & Experience Minimum 3 yrs. experience as a supervisor or line manager in production/manufacturing setting.

Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) e.g., CAMSTAR and Product Data Management (PDM) systems e.g., Agile.  

Experience with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Knowledge and experience working in ISO 9K/14K environment.  Auditor and auditee in area of responsibility.

Ability to be trained and certified by company to be part of the ERT (Emergency Response Team).Prior experience in wafer fabrication, assembly, and/or testing of semiconductors, optoelectronics, or electronics.  High School degree AS/BS preferred.

Skills Attention to detail

Flexible working  able to spend most of the time inside the clean room

Good at working with small parts

Experience with semi-automated and automated processing tools

Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word Experience in wafer level or die level handling

Meticulous and thorough; diligent with data entry and follow workflow

Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English required

Integrity and self-motivation Ability to work in fast paced team Knowledge of Machining, construction, and electrical useful

Working Conditions
11 am to 11 PM – Sunday through Wednesday (3 days on 4 days off, and 4 days on 3 days off).Rotation shifts to cover the gaps in the coverage if needed

Physical Requirements Able to stand for duration of shift when needed

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.:

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…
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