Jobs at Lightera

Lead manufacturing engineering operations to improve process efficiency, equipment reliability, and new product introduction. Manage engineering staff, drive continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma), oversee projects, support process development and scale-up, manage equipment and maintenance planning, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate cross-functionally to meet production, quality, and commercialization goals.

Develops and maintains quality assurance/control systems, defines inspection and testing standards, leads root cause investigations and corrective actions, ensures ISO/TL compliance, manages quality team and supplier quality, supports new product introductions, and champions continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.

Lead execution of complex, cross-regional Global CAPEX and transformation programs for manufacturing and operations. Drive governance, risk mitigation, KPIs, change management, standardize PM tools/methodologies, report to executives, prioritize initiatives, support capital planning, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with stakeholders and innovation partners. Travel up to 25%.

The Production Associate operates machines with detailed procedures, performs inspection and assembly work, handles materials, and collaborates with team members.

The Process Engineer designs and optimizes manufacturing processes for fiber-sensor products, enhances efficiency, troubleshoots issues and trains staff.

The Quality Associate conducts final tests on cable products, verifies specifications, performs measurements, and documents results while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Lead daily manufacturing operations: stage work, monitor production schedules, assist operators with troubleshooting, perform SAP/OCS functions, support defect analysis and corrective actions, liaise with Engineering for process improvements, and enforce safety and quality standards.

Lead cross-functional, cross-regional CAPEX and transformation projects in manufacturing and operations. Define solutions, govern execution, manage risks, report to executives, deploy change management, standardize PMO tools and coach team members.

The Senior Financial Analyst role involves analyzing financial data in a manufacturing context, supporting decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across business units while communicating effectively in English and Japanese.

The Quality Supervisor organizes daily activities of inspectors, ensures compliance with specifications, implements quality control systems, and leads team members while addressing quality issues and customer complaints.

Oversees all operational aspects of the OVD facility, managing production, labor, quality, safety, and training while ensuring long-term success.

The Engineer/Scientist will lead the development of Hollow Core Fiber manufacturing, optimize processes, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate on projects.

Manage day-to-day accounting operations for multiple manufacturing sites, lead finance staff, prepare financial reports, budgets and forecasts, ensure compliance and controls, support audits and risk management, and collaborate with operations and senior leadership to improve profitability and cash flow.

The Talent & Development Specialist collaborates on talent strategies, manages leadership training programs, and oversees the Learning Management System to enhance workforce development. Responsible for program delivery, assessment support, and recruitment assistance while ensuring alignment with business goals.

Lead development and optimization of optical fiber draw processes, troubleshoot equipment and material issues, run process trials and experiments, analyze data, develop SOPs and documentation, monitor manufacturing trends, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support safety and continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, throughput, and reliability.

Manage programs for product development and process improvements, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budgeted delivery while addressing resource and project issues.

The Electrical Engineer supports maintenance and process engineering by troubleshooting and upgrading electrical systems, enhancing equipment reliability and safety in manufacturing.

The Process Engineer supports manufacturing processes by troubleshooting issues, developing new products, designing tools, and improving yield and capacity, while collaborating with global teams.

The engineer will lead the development of optical fiber manufacturing processes, collaborating on innovations and conducting research and experiments to create new products.

The OVD Controls Engineer oversees control systems, providing support for manufacturing processes, implementing control solutions, and ensuring operational safety and efficiency.