Job Summary: 

• Keep the production lines up and running at all times.
• Provide leadership for the daily direction of the Manufacturing Engineering team.
• Based on requirements from customer orders, plan sequences of operations for assembly of products.
• Ensure efficient and effective manufacturing methods are used that are compatible with available equipment, machines, fixtures, etc.
• Specify, design and/or procure special tooling or equipment required to attain product specifications within budgeted cost and time.
• Facilitate robust, cost efficient, safe manufacturing processes and product structures consistent with standard methods of work utilizing industry standard manufacturing principles.
• Participate in the Company's Corrective Action Review Board (CARB).
• Lead the Material Review Board (MRB) function by holding periodic meetings with stakeholders to disposition non-conforming material, and take specific actions as decided by the Board.
• Lead the Non-Conforming Material Reporting (NCMR) function by being the repository for reports and non-conforming material.
• Assure product and process quality by designing, proofing and validating manufacturing methods, including assembly, process, inspection and test, establish standard work procedures, process capability and process control.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Analyze and resolve fabrication and tooling issues to avoid problems.
• Direct activities to keep track of failures in the factory such that failure data and yield trends can be used to focus resources and improve yield and efficiency.
• Value engineer existing products and processes to reduce cost, lead time and cycle times.
• Establish partnerships and relationships with internal and external customers stakeholders, peers and direct reports

Skills on Resume: 

• Production Management (Hard Skills)
• Team Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Operations Planning (Hard Skills)
• Manufacturing Process Optimization (Hard Skills)
• Tooling Design and Procurement (Hard Skills)
• Quality Assurance (Hard Skills)
• Problem-Solving (Soft Skills)
• Personnel Development (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Provides daily management and supervision of engineering support staff including senior individual contributors supporting production capability and infrastructure, conducting performance appraisals, employee development and training, and hiring of additional staff.
• Process owner for manufacturing. 
• Owns the overall capability, quality, capacity, availability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of Kopin’s core manufacturing platforms
• Develops process quality control limits and techniques, maintenance methods (preventive and correction) and test procedures
• Prepares technical reports, analysis, procedures, and specifications, prepares cost estimates, provides alternative methods, and corresponds with suppliers and contractors 
• Defines key yield indicators for respective process areas
• Instructs and leads others through the facilitation of various industrial engineering problem-solving and productivity techniques in support of yield enhancements, new process improvements, and new product introduction
• Conducts investigation and testing pertaining to the development of new manufacturing methods, materials, or processes, and investigates possible applications of results
• Create comprehensive and strategic plans to solve technical, process, and resource challenges. 
• Participate as a key member of the broader Operations leadership team. 
• Partner and collaborate with technical leaders and stakeholders across Kopin, including executive staff, to define and implement processes and standards to improve performance, stability, efficiency, and standardization across environments
• Trains all production staff according to the approved defined processes and standards
• Communicates, administers, and ensures compliance with company policies

Skills on Resume: 

• Staff Management (Soft Skills)
• Process Ownership (Hard Skills)
• Quality Control Development (Hard Skills)
• Technical Reporting (Hard Skills)
• Industrial Engineering (Hard Skills)
• Problem-Solving Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Strategic Planning (Hard Skills)
• Cross-functional Collaboration (Soft Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Develop and execute roadmap for continually improving operational performance by driving innovation, process improvement and cost reduction through the introduction of new technologies and optimization of production processes, systems and equipment.
• Partner with leaders and relevant stakeholders across the organization to assess manufacturing capability requirements related to the organization’s product development roadmap and sales and operations plan.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Technology, Innovation, Marketing, Quality, Regulatory and Supply Chain to establish priorities for building manufacturing capability and resolving process or system issues to ensure the smooth transition of new products into production.
• Lead Manufacturing Engineering team by coordinating with leadership, engineers and other experts to develop manufacturing plans and process optimization strategies, as well as setting goals and assessing progress that will deliver desired results.
• Lead Automation Engineering team by supporting the development and execution of overall vision, strategic direction, operational objectives, and prioritized roadmap for manufacturing automation, tooling and test integration processes, systems and technologies.
• Lead Property, Facilities and Maintenance teams to ensure manufacturing equipment is operating safely at a maximum level of efficiency and the property and facilities can support the organization’s strategic growth plans.
• Develop and execute plans to expand and improve facilities and utilize space efficiently and effectively, including onsite/offsite manufacturing, warehouse and storage, as well as facility needs for all employees.
• Provide overall strategy and direction for the implementation and maintenance of technology enterprise processes and systems, including Manufacturing and Environmental Health & Safety process controls and automation and reporting and analytics systems.
• Provide direction and leadership to reinforce a lean manufacturing mindset that fully leverages industry best practices and process standardization to minimize waste and enable continuous improvement efforts that drive improved business results.
• Support and lead Value Added Engineering (VAVE) efforts.
• Promote and foster a culture that results in a safe working environment, sponsoring EHS initiatives and providing insights into long-term strategy on workplace safety.
• Provide overall leadership to teams, setting operational strategies, establishing business-focused goals and objectives, and continued talent development.

Skills on Resume: 

• Operational Strategy (Hard Skills)
• Stakeholder Collaboration (Soft Skills)
• Cross-functional Coordination (Soft Skills)
• Team Leadership (Soft Skills)
• Automation Strategy (Hard Skills)
• Facilities Management (Hard Skills)
• Space Optimization (Hard Skills)
• Technology Implementation (Hard Skills)

Job Summary: 

• Provide strategic planning leadership by setting strategies and priorities based upon anticipation and application of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Lead the effective execution of engineering functions during the implementation of new manufacturing technologies to improve productivity, performance, and product quality
• Manage engineering disciplines (automation, process, advanced engineering, material movement, mistake-proofing)
• Create Centers of Excellence / Expertise for technologies and processes in the division, while driving Process Development and Innovation in quality and productivity
• Develop and execute a plan for production cell flexibility to limit Capital Equipment drive throughput and lead continuous improvement activities for Plant Re-Layout
• Establish targets to achieve Manufacturing Excellence for all processes, establish competitive standards for quoting and business development
• Specify and select technology for new processes or equipment upgrades, guide system development/installation, and deliver total process documentation to the business
• Partner with the Manufacturing team to understand the challenges and provide solutions that help now along in the future
• Evaluate and provide waste reduction solutions across the operations
• Build the team that will allow Rogue to expand its operational footprint 
• Oversee the entire manufacturing engineering operation to ensure are developing and maintaining world-class processes.
• Work with E & D and other Operations supply chain functions to integrate existing and/or new products into the manufacturing operation and supply chain.
• Responsible for all tooling evaluation and production integration

Skills on Resume: 

• Strategic Planning (Hard Skills)
• Project Execution (Hard Skills)
• Engineering Management (Hard Skills)
• Process Innovation (Hard Skills)
• Continuous Improvement (Hard Skills)
• Goal Setting (Hard Skills)
• Solution Development (Hard Skills)
• Team Building (Soft Skills)