Intern, Production Planning at Coherent Corp. in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Scheduling & Order Management Support

• Assist with updating production schedules and work orders in the ERP system.

• Track and communicate changes to planned orders and work-in-progress status.

• Help manage backlog reports and ensure data accuracy for scheduling.

• Coordinate schedule adjustments as directed by Production Planners.

Material & Supply Coordination

• Monitor material availability for scheduled work and escalate shortages.

• Assist in expediting purchased and internally sourced materials.

• Maintain tracking sheets for material flow and order status.

Administrative & Reporting Support

• Generate and distribute routine reports on production status and order completion.

• Assist with documentation and routing of R&D production orders.

• Maintain and update key material master data (e.g., yields, batch sizes).

• Support the planning team in tracking KPIs and production metrics.

Process Support & Continuous Improvement

• Support recovery planning efforts for late orders by gathering required data.

• Help identify and document process improvements to streamline scheduling tasks.

• Assist with troubleshooting scheduling discrepancies in the ERP system.

• Provide general assistance in planning-related tasks as needed.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma required; Working towards bachelor's degree in supply chain management or business management preferred.

• Applicants currently in school urged to apply

• Those studying supply chain, production execution, or other related fields will be given weighted more favorably

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

• Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in a fast-paced environment.

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

Working Conditions

• General office environment with occasional visits to production areas.

• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.

• Must be able to lift at least 10 lbs for routine office tasks.

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.

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 Planning Assistant provides broad support to the Production Planning and Scheduling team by handling administrative, data management, and coordination tasks. This role enables the core planning team to focus on high-level scheduling, production flow optimization, and strategic initiatives by offloading routine scheduling updates, data entry, reporting, and communication tasks. The assistant will work closely with planners, schedulers, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations and accurate scheduling data.