Shift Process Engineer

Summary

Shift Process Engineer – Lumentum – Caswell, Northamptonshire, UK. This is a shift‑based role (24x7 operation, 12‑hour shifts) rotating across all shifts. The position is suitable for a recent graduate or an experienced technician.

• Be the first point of contact for all wafer fab process‑related issues.
• Provide written handover of issues at the end of shift.
• Review and resolve process‑related issues, assisting in the smooth running of the fab.
• Ensure swift release of material where possible and police the application of holds.
• Oversee and coordinate timely tool re‑qualification after maintenance activity.
• Provide scrap and near‑miss event support, ensuring swift triage of scrap and near‑miss events.
• Generate and/or enact process deviations (DEVs) when required, e.g., raise DEVs for out‑of‐spec events and provide advice and support to manufacturing teams in non‑standard work under DEV.
• Create measurement macros for new products as lots arrive at measurement tools.

• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision out of hours while ensuring all tasks are completed.
• Competent PC user (including Microsoft Office).
• Wafer fab cleanroom experience is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and similar methodologies is an advantage.
• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve targets while using a variety of communication skills.
• Experience with computer‑controlled semiconductor processing equipment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems (MES) such as PROMIS is an advantage, though full training will be provided.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

• HNC or Degree in a science or engineering discipline or related experience at technician or senior operator level.

• Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment and with cleanroom clothing.
• Self‑motivated, dependable, with good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, alone or as part of a team.
• Excellent attendance, timekeeping and punctuality.
• Professional attitude toward work and colleagues.
• Flexible approach to work and customer demand.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.