ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans and executes daily and weekly schedule of manpower allocation to achieve weekly shipment, lead time and OTD targets using the production plan provided by the Planning team.
Leads in conducting studies in the formulation of new operation rules and procedures to upgrade manufacturing efficiency, minimize production of defective parts and improve manufacturing cycle time.
Generates and presents KPI’s to support departmental targets and initiates necessary actions and improvement plans to meet the defined goals and objectives.
Plans and monitors the daily activities, issues or problems encountered in the production line during night shift and coordinates with the other departments in the formulation of necessary solutions.
Orients and trains new assemblers during the immersion from the first day up to the end of the training period to meet the learning curve and to achieve the defined targets.
Studies and recommends annual manpower requirements based on the plan to ensure that required number of assemblers will be utilized.
Conducts performance appraisals and discuss to assemblers their periodic appraisal results.
Reports to Night Shift Manager the status of production operation. Monitors schedule and progress to determine if the daily or weekly plan will be met in accordance with daily/weekly shipment plan released by Planner, otherwise, recommend recovery and improvement actions.
Conducts regular line patrol to ensure that the production line and activities are in accordance with the established rules and documented procedures.
Initiates 5’s and continuous improvement by engaging the team members to improve efficiency and good working condition in the production area.
Enforces workplace safety standards, proper tool and PPE (Personnel Protective Equipment) use to ensure safe working production environment.
Analyzes records and use them in conducting studies in the formulation of new operation rules and procedures to upgrade manufacturing efficiency and minimize production of defective parts by using the softcopy monitoring, Oracle or shop clock whichever is applicable.
Supports other service departments by providing them with manpower especially on company related activities such as company outings, scheduled inventory count, yearend party etc.
Performs other duties as may be required by the superior.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education :
Bachelor’s degree or preferably any related Engineering degree.
Expérience :
At least six (6) years of work experience in manufacturing company with mechanical assemblies and at least three (3) years of supervisory level or lead role. Preferably with Manufacturing Engineering experience.
Skill/ Technical Requirements :
Computer literate
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to read and interpret schematics (prototype stage), assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, color code, Bill of Materials and blueprints
Know how to use common and pneumatic tools and measuring instruments.
Familiar with 7 QC tools, Kaizen and 6S
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Ability to engage and lead the team to meet team and company set goals
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related Engineering field
- At least six years of work experience in a manufacturing company with mechanical assemblies
- At least three years of supervisory or lead experience
- Manufacturing Engineering experience
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, color codes, Bills of Materials, and blueprints
- Knowledge of common and pneumatic tools and measuring instruments
- Familiarity with 7 QC Tools, Kaizen, and 6S
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Ability to engage and lead teams to meet organizational goals
Cohu, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A company-sponsored 401(k) with employer matching contributions is described in filings, supporting long-term savings. Company materials also highlight retirement programs as part of a comprehensive package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan with a discounted lookback feature is outlined, expanding access to ownership. This structure can enhance total rewards value beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Company materials outline robust paid time off programs and parental leave for all new parents. Time-off programs are presented as part of a comprehensive, globally relevant benefits suite.
Cohu, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Cohu is a leading supplier of semiconductor test and inspection & metrology handlers, micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) test modules, test contactors, thermal sub-systems and semiconductor automated test equipment used by global semiconductor and electronics manufacturers and semiconductor test subcontractors. Our product portfolio is focused on increasing yield, reducing cost of test, and accelerating time-to-market. Cohu is a publicly traded (NASDAQ: COHU) global company with headquarters in Poway, CA. We have a global footprint with ~3,000 employees. We are the leading supplier of Semiconductor Test and Inspection & Metrology Handlers and Test Contactors. We have market leadership in RF Power Amplifier/Front-End Module Testing.
