Manufacturing Engineer Sustaining at Coherent

DescriptionThis position is part of the Manufacturing Engineering Department and is the technical lead responsible for opto-mechanical assembly alignment and test of Coherent Bio-Instrumentation Laser Engine products.The high-level goals for this position are to support manufacturing initiatives and improvements of manufacturing processes looking for opportunities to reduce costs improve yields and increase throughput whilst maintaining high quality levels.The role also includes interfacing with some of Coherents overseas manufacturing facilities.Multi-disciplinary problem solving as well as data analysis are primary aspects of this position.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesProvides technical ownership and manufacturing support for one or more Laser Engine product lines.Support manufacturing initiatives and improvements of Laser Engine manufacturing processesDrive yield and cost improvements and support capacity increasesWork on customer RMA events providing robust containment and resolution and using an 8D report formatDetermine root cause and corrective actions to resolve manufacturing issues involving noncompliant product or material.Submit formal changes required for improvements or issue resolution coordinating with other teams as neededCreate and maintain detailed work instructions to support equipment operation and processes.Provide training to production staff on new or updated processesAssist forecasting capital equipment requirements in advance of need.Discuss technical issues with production techs & assemblers to help resolve issues or implement improvement actionsWorking with purchasing team and vendors on material issues or improvements and conducting first article inspection assessments.Education & ExperienceMinimum 5yr. experience in high-tech manufacturing environmentBS/MS Optics Optoelectronics Physics or equivalent degree.SkillsHands-on experience with optical alignmentopto-mechanical assembly and test including the use of optical and electrical photonics test equipment.Practical working knowledge of a variety of lasers particularly solid state lasers including safety setup operation and troubleshootingStrong background in procedure development documentation and training tasksProven record of process and fixture development for builds with exacting laser beam shaping and control requirementsStrong practical experience manufacturing engineering support in high tech low volume environmentBroad understanding of optical mechanical and electronic engineering concepts.Ability to read and understand engineering drawings interpret tolerances define lean work flows and create value stream maps.Knowledge and understanding of design for manufacturability across a variety of manufacturing processes.Readily able to collate and analyze data and communicate technical and manufacturing information across a range of audiencesAbility to set up and use statistical process control methodsUnderstanding of Lean Manufacturing 6σ structured problem solving Toyota PS and Continuous Improvement methodologies.Strong self-starter with experience managing multiple projects with accountability and ownership.Experience working with vendors for component improvements and issue resolutionExperience supporting off-shore or contract manufacturing partners and suppliersAbility to manage multiple projects with accountability and ownershipProject management skills working within an NPI phase-gate product development processes.Experience in these areas will be advantageous:Automation for the builds of precision optical alignment systemsUnderstanding of MRP planning systems and Bill of Material structures. Oracle expertise preferred.Understanding of MRP planning systemsRD1and Bill of Material structuresExperience with working in Quality Management Systems like IS09001Electronics basic circuit trouble shootingOracle MPR systemStatistical analysis software i.e.: Minitab or JMPProgramming skills i.e.: LabViewComputer Aided Design and 3D PrintingPrevious or current LSO (Laser Safety Officer)Working ConditionsMon-Fri on siteSafety RequirementsAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.Quality and Environmental ResponsibilitiesDepending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.CultureCommitmentEnsure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:Integrity Create an Environment of TrustCollaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of IdeasAccountability Own the Process and the OutcomeRespect Recognize the Value in EveryoneEnthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in WorkCoherent 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 . Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,CNC Programming,Lean,Machining,Tooling,CAD,CNC,Assembly Experience,SolidWorks,Kaizen,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1