Summary
We are seeking a Senior Production Line Engineer with extensive manufacturing experience to ensure a rapid ramp-up and shortened training period. The ideal candidate possesses a deep, practical understanding of manufacturing workflows and how automated machinery operates to maximize production line efficiency. Knowing Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) will be a big plus for the role, including the hands-on ability to program PLC systems directly. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.
Job Responsibilities
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Support and maintain optical module daily production.
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Provide qualification SOP and instructions for Technicians and Operators
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Modify necessary manufacturing processes as needed
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Work with Quality team to establish inspection standards for new material
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Work with Sourcing team to review specifications and documentation from vendors
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Up to 5 - 15% international travel is expected for this position.
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Other duties as needed or required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
The qualified candidate will assist the production line manager to supervise all operators, technicians, and supervisors. This role will be directly responsible for organizing employee schedules, approving time sheets, and approving Paid Time Off requests from subordinates.
Qualifications
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Required: Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or LabVIEW programming experience
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3-5 years of working experience in optical module manufacturing or other related industrial environment.
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Knowledge of common programming languages
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CAD Skills, SQL, and database skills preferred
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Strong teamwork and communication skills to manage multiple/concurrent projects
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Six Sigma Management and CAD design certifications a plus
Skills and Competencies
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Strong Microsoft Office Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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Good skills interpreting data
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Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
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Detail oriented
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Adaptable
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Committed to quality and safety.
Work Environment
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Continually walking, lifting, carrying, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching.
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Must be willing and able to work in a cleanroom environment around equipment and maintain protocol and dress-code, including a full-body gown and face mask, no perfume, and no make-up.
Location
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This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
WHY AOI?
In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers
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Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
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Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
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Generous PTO policy, with 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
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or LabVIEW programming experience
- 3–5 years of experience in optical module manufacturing or a related industrial environment
- Knowledge of common programming languages
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to interpret data and manage multiple concurrent projects
- Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and follow gowning and safety protocols
- CAD skills
- SQL and database skills
- Six Sigma Management certification
- CAD design certification
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
