Process Engineer Measurements

Composing the core of a brighter world 

LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face. 

Our mission is simple and bold: to build brighter, more connected communities through cutting‑edge optical technologies. 

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: 

Process Engineer Measurements

JOB CODE:

PRDEN5/B5

CREATED:  

November 2020 

MODIFIED:  

Contribute towards on time delivery and cost control in measurements operation through focus on improving testing efficiency, testing accuracy, product flow, process improvement, quality, and training. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

BS in Engineering

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Experience and understanding of manufacturing process improvement

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)

3+ years of manufacturing experience

Six Sigma Green Belt

BS in Industrial Engineering

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct and update time studies to modernize operator testing credit and ensure standards reflect current equipment and workflows.
• Analyze measurement and production data (SQL, Power BI, etc.) to identify trends, improve testing performance, and guide operational decisions.
• Proactively learn measurement processes by engaging directly with operators and engineers, asking questions, and investigating process gaps.
• Support daily measurement operations through troubleshooting, product flow coordination, and participation in technical discussions.
• Lead and participate in cross‑functional improvement projects aimed at enhancing measurement system performance and eliminating chronic losses.
• Drive technical improvements, equipment upgrades, and ensure operational readiness for all projects impacting testing or workflow.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work with measurement and production data.
• Intellectual curiosity and initiative — asks questions, seeks out missing information, and actively learns complex processes.
• Proficiency with databases (SQL or similar) and ability to build insights using Power BI or comparable tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail when examining test data, measurement accuracy, and standard work.
• Hands‑on working style, comfortable spending significant time on the floor observing processes and workflows.
• Experience in manufacturing, testing operations, or measurement‑related environments preferred.

General Expectations 

• Demonstrate effective communication (verbal, written) skills. 

• Proficient with MS Office applications. 

• Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information. 

• Strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures. 

• Conform to all aspects of Lightera’s “Standards of Conduct”. 

• Serve as a role model for safe work practices and behaviors.  

• Additional duties as assigned. 

Working at LIGHTERA means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation, and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a matching 401(k) plan. 

Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority. 

If you'd like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply through our Career portal at https://lightera.com/about-us/. 

Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position  

Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.  

About Lightera 

Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks, data centers, and specialty photonics applications. With a deep legacy of expertise in optical science, we provide high-performance solutions that enable faster, more reliable, and more sustainable connections for businesses, communities, and industries worldwide. 

Headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera operates with a global footprint, serving customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial, generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing markets. Lightera is part of Furukawa Electric Group, a multi-billion-dollar leader in optical communications. 

Lightera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.