Site Leader

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Accountable for the following areas and performance metrics:

• Facilities, in partnership with global operations team
• Responsible for all manufacturing operations performance, equipment engineering and maintenance, planning, and shipping and receiving with dotted line oversight of process engineering, EHS, facilities, purchasing, HR, and quality 
• Responsible for cost performance measurement and achievement vs goals and inventory turns and control for the site
• Responsible for recruiting, training, developing, motivating, retaining employees, and creating a cohesive work team
• Develop operational plans that promote long-term success and growth in SiC business
• Have a thorough understanding of the production process as it relates to substrates and EPI
• Monitor day-to-day operational systems and recommend solutions for improvement if necessary
• Fab and Back End Manufacturing Operations
• Fab and Back End Process Engineering
• Collaboration with R&D, Integration Engineering and New Process Development
• Fab Logistics (planning, shipping, receiving, stockroom)
• Financial Management of the site (working with the site controller)
• People Management (working with HR Team)
• Quality and Reliability (working with the quality team)
• Substantial direct support of customers

Business Operations:

• Annual budget is prepared and submitted on a timely basis and managed according to plan.  Ensures that costs are managed in line with budgets and institutes cost reduction and productivity improvement programs.
• Department processes are reviewed/audited for continuous improvement and cycle time reduction opportunities.
• Relevant Company Technology Control Plan, Export Compliance requirements, IP, IT, SOX and Quality procedures are fully implemented, understood and executed, with periodic audits to assure compliance.
• Implements, drives, and sustains key initiatives that support plant strategic goals.
• Sets a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, competency, and quality.
• Oversight of the site Technology Control Plan

Manufacturing Operations:

• Budgeted shipments and gross margins are achieved.  Capacity models are developed which allow any shortfalls in labor or equipment needs to be addressed in a timely manner.
• Factory performance metrics are established, tracked and met.  Reasons for shortfalls are addressed in a timely manner.
• Quality standards are set and achieved.
• Productivity and yield goals are set and achieved.
• Cost reductions are budgeted and achieved.
• Manufacturing information support is effective.
• Major material purchases are negotiated and cost effective.
• Capacity is maintained to meet requirements and growth opportunities via improved efficiency, new processes, manpower, facility expansions, and/or capital. 
• Factory floor space is safe, clean, and designed to achieve optimal movement of product through the factory. Leads and develops the infrastructure to meet new capability and new technology requirements of our customers
• Support is provided for the effective transition of engineering R&D products/processes into production products and processes.
• Engineering resources are available and trained to evaluate new customer inquiries, develop market appropriate solutions, and support sales team in the quoting process.
• Product launches into manufacturing achieve the targeted Five-Year Plan and costs without need for redesign.
• Monitors the facility’s equipment needs and ensures that the technical team is working to keep the company’s equipment and physical facility are properly maintained.
• Oversight of the site Business Continuity Plan and EHS procedures, including the Site Evacuation Plan.

People Operations

• Works with Corporate, Business Unit and Division personnel to ensure that the site’s operational activities and tactical actions are executed so that the plant’s working capital is properly managed.
• Oversees all employee management, while being a champion for safety at the facility.
• Enforces all company policies, including safety, production, quality, sales, human resources, customer service and accounting policies.
• Ensures that quality standards are understood and meet acceptable limits in the manufacturing and distribution process. Assures that policies and documentation are current, and the facility is compliant with customer audit requirements.
• Coaches and develops staff to build high performing teams. Assigns stretch assignments to further train and enhance staff development.
• Promotes cross training to optimize workforce, ensures functional coverage, reduces labor costs, and supports succession planning.
• Manage and maintain labor and operating costs in accordance with budgets and strategic goals.
• Collaborates with Human Resources to seek out ways to motivate and develop employees.

Education & Experience

• BS in Engineering or technical related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• 15 years of progressive manufacturing experience, preferably as a site leader in a manufacturing company OR with at least 10 years of increasing management responsibility in a manufacturing environment.
• Semiconductor industry knowledge and experience a plus
• Strong operational experience with the ability to establish and measure KPI’s.
• Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Proven financial acumen.
• Experience in managing continuous improvement projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Possess working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques including Kaizen, 5S, Visual Management and JIT Lean manufacturing. 

Skills

• A visionary with strong leadership skills for integrating engineering, quality, facilities, planning and operations in order to meet the goals of the business and achieve customer satisfaction. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to foster and engage the staff in solving problems quickly and effectively.
• Ability to achieve best-in-class performance through the use of Lean, 5S, and other tools associated with operational excellence. 
• Skilled at developing and implementing aggressive plans in support of company goals.
• Able to execute plans, programs, and goals, motivate and engage the workforce, evaluate work accomplishments and provide effective feedback/solutions.
• Ability to deal effectively with differences of opinion, to influence, to draw ideas from others, and to negotiate and mediate. 
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and the ability to comprehend and communicate at multiple levels within and outside the organization.
• Skilled at developing relationships and mentoring.
• Sets a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership and competency.
• Requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident / Alien status. 

Working Conditions

Manufacturing Environment; possible environmental hazards depending on the location.

Physical Requirements

N/A

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 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.