JOB PURPOSE:
Contribute towards on time delivery and cost control in the Ocean Fiber (SFO) Operations area through focus on improving product flow, process improvement, quality, training, equipment maintenance and inventory management.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Associates or Undergraduate Degree, preferably in a technical field
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
3+ years of manufacturing experience
Six Sigma Green Belt
Knowledge of optical fiber manufacturing
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate on & lead teams during projects and initiatives.
- Day to day contact with operators, engineers, and maintenance.
- Daily Operations Support – Support the SFO area with product flow, production data analysis, participate in daily technical meetings and assist/lead the development of action plans to address chronic issues.
- Meet all SFO metric goals for Safety, Quality, Efficiency and Cost
- Drive technical improvements and maintenance upgrades
- Ensure Operational Readiness requirements are met on all projects
- Lead improvement efforts to eliminate chronic losses in the manufacturing systems
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Attention to detail
- Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Must be highly motivated and assertive with a strong commitment to success. Self-starter with "Can Do" attitude
- Demonstrated safety awareness and priority
- Ability to accept guidance and learn from experiences
- Hands on, should expect ~70% of time to be spent on the floor
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Must have good people skills and be team-oriented (member/leader). Ability to interact and communicate with all levels of the organization
Skills Required
- Associates or Undergraduate Degree in a technical field
- 3+ years of manufacturing experience
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Knowledge of optical fiber manufacturing
Lightera Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lightera and has not been reviewed or approved by Lightera.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered okay‑to‑good in many hourly manufacturing roles, aided by overtime opportunities and union‑linked increases in some plants. Some hourly titles benchmark near or above market in specific locations.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is consistently highlighted, with multiple references to a strong employer contribution. This support is positioned as part of a competitive total rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid and mainstream. Some locations also reference on‑site or supplemental health resources and tax‑advantaged accounts.
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What We Do
For decades, we have carried the beacon of innovation, leading industries, communities, and individuals into a brighter era. Now, we have brought together all this knowledge and expertise to provide complete solutions for communication networks, connecting businesses and people. Today, we are one: Lightera, a Furukawa Electric Group company. The creation of Lightera reflects our commitment to meeting the rapidly evolving demands of industries such as generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing. Through advanced optical technologies, we build brighter, more connected communities with innovative solutions. Step into the future of smart connectivity. Visit us at lightera.com.
