Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Roles and Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with internal quality management systems and applicable standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 45001, customer-specific requirements).
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, control plans, and inspection criteria across wafer fabrication, assembly, and test processes.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA, CAPA) for internal defects, customer complaints, and audit findings using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
- Monitor and analyze quality performance metrics such as yield, defect density, DPPM, scrap, and rework; drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support new product introduction (NPI), process qualification, and change management activities (ECN/MCO) to ensure quality readiness.
- Conduct process audits, product audits, and line walks to verify adherence to procedures and identify improvement opportunities.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Supplier Quality, and R&D teams to resolve quality issues and improve process capability (Cp/Cpk).
- Review and approve quality documentation including work instructions, SOPs, FMEA, Control Plan, and inspection records.
- Manage nonconforming material report (NCR) through MRB disposition, risk assessment, and containment actions.
- Support customer audits, quality reviews, and technical discussions; prepare reports and responses to customer inquiries.
- Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and defect prevention initiatives to reduce cost of poor quality (COPQ).
- Ensure compliance with ESD, contamination control, cleanroom protocols, and reliability requirements.
- Provide quality training and coaching to production and support teams to strengthen quality awareness and discipline.
- Participate in reliability testing, failure analysis (FA), and qualification reviews to ensure product robustness.
- Maintain accurate quality records and ensure data integrity for traceability and audit readiness.
Education & Experience
- A bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Atleast 5 yrs experience in semiconductor industry
Skills
- Leadership capabilities to manage a virtual team
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and enjoy the process of problem-solving
- Work effectively with other members of Coherent Corp.
- Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes (wafer fab, assembly, test, packaging).
- Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and standards (ISO 9001, ISO 45001 customer requirements).
- Proficiency in root cause analysis and problem-solving tools (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA).
- Experience with defect analysis, yield improvement, SPC, and quality metrics (DPPM, Cp/Cpk).
- Ability to manage nonconforming material, MRB disposition, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
- Audit and compliance skills, including internal, process, and customer audits.
- Documentation and traceability discipline for SOPs, control plans, and quality records.
- Data analysis and reporting skills to drive data-based quality decisions.
- Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
- Continuous improvement mindset using Lean, Six Sigma, and defect prevention methods.
Working Conditions
- This role is 100% onsite / hybrid
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 Philippines Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organization, and contribute towards making Philippines a great place to work.
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.
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