Job Description

Requisition Number: 74621

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Function/Dept Purpose Statement:

Operations/Manufacturing of Optical fiber

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead root cause analysis activity related to Process & Equipment failures through Problem Solving approaches (DMAIC, MEE etc.).
• Trouble shoots material, process and equipment issues, identifies root cause and implements corrective actions to improve yield, uptime & safety.
• Identifying & implement process control measures including statistical process control (SPC) techniques to ensure consistent quality & reduce process variation.
• Uses rigorous processes and technical knowledge to build detailed technical understanding for key process steps.
• Supports new product introductions through equipment installation, process certification, documentation and training.
• Assures safety of operators and equipment and complies with safety and environmental regulations.
• Proficient in use of statistical data analysis and DOE in process problem solving and process/product improvement.
• Provides general engineering and manufacturing skills and knowledge (understands theories and fundamentals), and capable of leading projects to get to root cause of issues and put permanent solutions in place.
• Recommends and implements permanent solutions to long term performance issues and improves existing and new technologies and processes.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through scrap reduction, and process efficiency gains.
• Participate in automation / digitization / Industry 4.0 projects for manufacturing processes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) from premium institute
• Strong knowledge of process optimization techniques, Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodology & Statistical analysis
• Excellent problem-solving & analytical skill with ability to resolve complex process issues.
• Effective communication & interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams & stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of Safety & Quality
• MS Access knowledge
• Worked in Similar capacity & Responsibility for at least 6yrs. to 8 yrs. in a firm of repute.