Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to optimize operational efficiency and profitability by accurately managing production capacity and product costs. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing productivity and quality while reducing waste and lead time.
Job Duties
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Partner closely with production and engineering teams to gain deep insights into existing operations, and design innovative solutions that meet and exceed Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives.
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Design and implement robust performance metrics and dynamic dashboards to monitor progress, providing clear, actionable insights to leadership.
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Conduct thorough assessments of manufacturing capabilities, accurately calculate production capacities, and collaborate with the production control team to ensure seamless workflow optimization.
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Drive labor productivity enhancements through the development and deployment of industry best practices and Lean Manufacturing principles.
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Utilize statistical analysis and data modeling techniques to identify trends, predict outcomes, and support strategic decision-making in manufacturing and supply chain operations.
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Manage cross-functional projects aimed at process improvements and new product introductions, ensuring timely completion within budgetary constraints.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions and determine strategies based upon data.
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MES and ERP knowledge preferred.
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SQL, Python, MATLAB, programming skills preferred.
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Experience in semiconductor manufacturing environment preferred.
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Automation experience preferred
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Strong organizational, prioritization, planning, and time management skills.
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
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Ability to work in cleanroom environment wearing cleanroom gowns when needed.
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
WHY AOI?
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Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual needs
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Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
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Unused PTO payout at end of the year
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Relocation package available within US
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Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- Strong analytical skills and ability to draw conclusions and determine strategies from data
- MES and ERP knowledge
- SQL, Python, MATLAB, or other programming skills
- Experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment
- Automation experience
- Strong organizational, prioritization, planning, and time management skills
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment while wearing cleanroom gowns
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
- Currently authorized to work in the United States
What We Do
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. | NASDAQ: AAOI AOI is a leading designer and manufacturer of fiber optic networking products. We primarily serve three growing end-markets: cable television broadband, fiber-to-the-home, and internet data centers. We are vertically integrated with a product portfolio from laser chips, components, sub-assemblies and modules, to complete turn-key equipment. All three of our end-markets are driven by bandwidth demand fueled by the growth of network connected devices, such as video traffic, cloud computing and online social networking. To address this increased demand, CATV and telecommunications service providers are investing to improve their networks in competition to deliver voice, video, and data services to their subscribers. Rising bandwidth consumption is also driving demand for higher speed server connections in the internet data center market. As a result of these trends, fiber optic networking technology has become fundamental in all three of our target markets to meet these needs. Our vertical integration, broad product lines, and in-house design capability uniquely position AOI to serve these markets and offer us the flexibility to address tomorrow's fiber optic applications. To learn more about our company and products, we invite you to visit our website. Website www.ao-inc.com Facebook tinyurl.com/ycxcsbwx Instagram tinyurl.com/rqsbpk5 Twitter tinyurl.com/rd6dtvn
