Project Manager

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Project Manager – 1.6T Ramp-Up (Ipoh).
• Lead end-to-end ramp of 1.6T products, ensuring readiness across test, production, equipment, and supply chain.
• Own ramp plan, capacity, and timeline; track output, yield, and uptime.
• Ensure tester readiness (e.g., Hydra/BER), drive >95% uptime, and resolve bottlenecks quickly.
• Manage NPI to mass production transition with stable processes and strong yield performance.
• Coordinate cross-functionally (Test Eng, PE, QA, Maintenance, Supply Chain) as single point of contact.
• Plan manpower and align resources to ramp priorities.
• Identify risks early, drive mitigation, and escalate critical issues.
• Track KPIs (output, yield, downtime) and provide regular updates.
• Drive continuous improvement in efficiency, cycle time, and cost.
• Requires engineering degree, 5–10 years in manufacturing/test, and strong execution skills.

Education & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering with at least 7 years of relevant work experience.

Skills

• Leadership capabilities to manage a cross functional team
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and enjoy the process of problem-solving
• Detailed oriented.
• Strong business acumen

Working Conditions

• This role is onsite

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.

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!

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