Molding Process Supervisor

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Role Purpose

Lead and / or direct engineering resources in the development and improvement of processes and equipment. Achieve low-cost manufacturing, superior quality / service and improved capability / capacity. Oversee general operations to anticipate capacity requirements and enable innovative solutions to mitigate external factors. Establish, prioritize, & execute a project portfolio that delivers new products and process capabilities to meet business objectives. Develop & deploy in-depth technical talent that solves problems by creating and institutionalizing advanced understanding in core technology areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all company procedures, policies and safety rules are followed
• Identify areas of opportunity and improve processes through robust use of Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma concepts, develop procedures, recommend tool changes on new and existing tools and fixtures, etc., to ensure the proper Department operation
• Own engineering support 24 / 7 to shift for trouble shooting and problem resolution. Ensure equipment and processes meet and sustain standard production output
• Coordinate logistics and equipment selection for the production on new products, increased capacity requirements, and maintaining up-to-date technology through the Department
• Oversee installation and initial use of new equipment, to insure proper use, operation, and integration into the department with a sustainable capable process
• Represent molding engineering manager as needed
• Analyze and resolve technical problems, develop specifications, formulate plans, estimates and other required engineering data to effectively address process issues through the approval of the Engineering and Production Manager
• Develop workmanship standards, root cause analyses, corrective and preventive actions, and continuous improvement procedures
• Ensure processes have acceptable capability levels
• Build effective relationships with division engineering, division manufacturing, and commercial (as necessary) in support of execution of the plant engineering strategy
• Be accountable for timely completion of assigned projects
• Ability to lead Multi-Cultural Projects / Meetings
• Responsible for Yield Monitoring and propose actions for Continuous Improvement
• Is a leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in process control / discipline, SPC, SQC, OEE, Designed Experiments, and other Performance Excellence processes (Green and Black-belt skills)

Experiences / Education - Required

5+ previous experience in an injection molding environment as engineer

Demonstrate PC skills using software packages (Microsoft Office, MiniTab)

Proven track of mold validations (new, modifications) and tool improvements

Advanced knowledge and operation of a diversity of molding equipment (thermolators, dryers, Injection Molding machines, Cranes, Mold changeovers, etc).

Experience in operations and / or engineering with progressive responsibilities

Experience managing the talent development strategy for the department, including programs to attract, develop and retain key talent

Demonstrated track record of engineering / technical accomplishment such as delivery of sustainable incremental improvement, step change in capability / performance, etc

Demonstrated delivery of results through project and organizational leadership

Demonstrated track record (Performance Results and People Development)

Experience with cross-functional collaboration

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