Fiber Optics Manufacturing Engineer - Process Innovator

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer I is pivotal in enhancing production efficiency and product quality for the Fiber Optic Value Stream. This dynamic position entails crafting innovative production tools and streamlining process instructions, devising robust production solutions and implementing improvements to existing processes, conducting thorough troubleshooting to uphold stringent quality standards, regularly revising procedures to reflect the latest best practices, executing comprehensive process validations and spearheading cost-reduction projects when required.

This position operates within the engineering hierarchy and may entail collaborative responsibilities aligned with the Value Stream Manager’s directives.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Creates clear and concise instructions for building repeatable, efficient, and usable processes.
• Directly Supports Fiber Optic Department production and processes.
• Large focus on cable qualification testing and EPD to support a large growth area.
• Collaborates with Fiber NPD and Product Management teams.
• Interprets customer requirements and approves PPAP and APQP (Control Plans, FMEAs, Flow Charts, MSAs, GR&R).
• Investigates, isolates, and resolves manufacturing processing issues and improves capability.
• Evaluate the current methods used in manufacturing for continuous improvement.
• Ensures that standard policies and procedures are in place and helps to enforce them.
• Ensures Quality System processes and procedures are followed.
• Analyze errors during the design and production processes and recommend solutions.
• Collaborates with the Design Engineering team to address functionality issues and update procedures accordingly.
• Works continuously to enhance the setup and processes for new and existing builds.
• Provide training to the new build and service associates in your area when necessary.
• Monitors productivity by tracking yields and equipment cycle rates.
• Assists with the installation, debugging, and validation of process equipment.

* Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/sciences.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Background in aerospace, defense, or fiber optic cable industries a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Relevant certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies is advantageous.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Conversational in any other language is a plus.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Statistics:
  Interpret and analyze numerical data using statistical methods.
• Basic algebra:
  The ability to manipulate symbols and equations to find unknown values, express relationships, and model situations.
• Basic Geometry:
  The ability to understand and work with shapes, angles, lines, and planes.
• Basic Trigonometry:
  Understanding essential trigonometry functions and how they relate to engineering drawings and specifications.

JOB SKILLS

• Proficient in MS Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Able to learn a new database system, SAP, and associated software efficiently.
• Able to design and draw in CAD software, Solid Works preferred.

• Knowledge in root cause analysis, 8D, fishbone diagrams,…