Senior Engineer, Process

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manufacturing process development and improvement (40%)
• Identify and develop solutions to achieve daily and monthly production targets through proper guidelines for action taking to fix issues.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes towards cost reduction and yield and capacity improvement through direct hands-on approach within target budgets.
• Lead QRB projects to make sure new processes, products, changes are released on time.
• Apply and coach team to use lean, 6 sigma and SPC for trouble shooting and process improvement.
• Any processes effecting yields are targeted as potential projects to be examined.
• Processes are conceived, proposed, developed, and implemented that support Coherent strategic objectives.
• Manufacturing Process Support and Quality control (30%)
• Lead engineer, technician team to review SPC data. Base on quality feedback and suggest renewing, replacing, or changing process control parameters.
• Work with internal experts, suppliers & manufacturers to do trouble shooting and fix process, quality, and machine issues.
• Monitor and control changes affecting to quality or requesting QRB approval.
• Provide coaching, training to team for solving problem on time and select right solutions to make sure continuous production.
• Address problem notes and ISO/Customer audit findings immediately.
• Products/ Processes Development/ Realization (20%)
• Research and contact with internal/external technical experts and suppliers/manufacturers to develop to implement products/processes development projects.
• Set up DOE or testing matrix to improve process reliability, Cp, Cpk.
• Support NPT, NPI team in running prototypes, developing new products or processes.
• Documentation and Human Resource (5%)
• Control and make sure tasks and improvement activities to be closed on time and achieve targets.
• Prepare documentation and provide best practice training, technical seminars to all level of organization.
• A manufacturing environment is fostered that is focused on developing personnel and individual growth by cross training.
• SMART goals are set and evaluated upon each year.
• Actively participate in compulsory and recommended training sessions.
• Responsible for maintaining Quality Work Environment housekeeping standards for own work area and community areas.
• Follow company policy regarding safe work environment.
• Special Projects (5%)
• Support modifying/updating data management system and BOM /routing in Glovia if requested.
• Support production team to train technical subjects for line leads.
• Support special projects if requested.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor/Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science/Engineering Master's Degree in relevant fields is a plus.
• At least 5 years of applicable experience in one or more of the fields of education listed above in manufacturing environment.
• Capable of setting up manufacturing facilities, including equipment design, procurement, facilities, and training.
  
  

Skills

• Experience in process improvement, trouble shooting and equipment management.
• Hands on and very direct approach to problems and demands from production.
• Ability to anticipate and handle multiple priorities and complex/abstract issues involving external and internal priorities under time constraints.
• Handle special assignments promptly and professionally.
• Ability to excel in a cross-organizational, cross-cultural, global team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with differences of opinions, to influence and draw ideas from others, and to negotiate and mediate.
• Total Quality management experience
• Set a high standard of ethics, professionalism, leadership, and competency.
• Technical research and report skill
• Demonstrated ability of managing projects, coaching people and achieving results through working with others.
• Good knowledge of problem solving and process improvement.
• Proficient computer skills, experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoin, Access data base, Email, internet access
  
  

Working Conditions

• Exposure to some of chemicals, noise, machine operating conditions in manufacturing and lab environment
  
  

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.

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!

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