Production Planner/Scheduler at Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Production Scheduling & Order Management

• Schedule and prioritize customer orders and internal demand for the production team.

• Communicate sales order status changes with customer-facing teams.

• Adjust planned orders in the ERP system, release production orders, and maintain order end dates.

Material Coordination & Supply Chain Support

• Coordinate the arrival of purchased and internally sourced materials.

• Ensure adequate supply of parts to internal and external customers using demand planning techniques.

Process Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide necessary documentation and routing for R&D products.

• Support recovery planning for late orders and work-in-process control.

• Maintain key material master attributes (e.g., yields, batch sizes).

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance scheduling efficiency and reduce bottlenecks.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma required; Associate degree or other supplemental degree preferred

• Must have 3+ years of experience in production planning or a similar role

• APICS or similar certification preferred

Skills

• Experience with Oracle EBS for production planning is highly desirable

• If no Oracle experience, other major ERP system experience is required

• Must be able to complete assignments with high a level of accuracy

• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make informed planning decisions.

• Ability to work independently, understanding when to escalate decisions as necessary

• Must be authorized to work with export-controlled hardware and technical data

• Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive working relationships with internal sales team, production team, and other production planners

• Strong ability to troubleshoot process errors and recommend solutions

• High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Working Conditions

• General office environment with occasional exposure to production areas

• Ability to type and sit at computer for extended periods of time

• Ability to visit production area as needed

• Generally required to be able lift at least 10lbs for common office related tasks

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS (Environment Health and Safety) procedures and COHERENT 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.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .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.The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for creating, adjusting, and maintaining production plans to ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders and efficient internal material flow. This role involves high-level production planning and detailed scheduling for a portfolio of production lines. As a critical link between manufacturing, supply chain, and customer-facing teams, the Planner/Scheduler drives continuous improvement, optimizes production efficiency, and ensures customer satisfaction.