Fiber Optic Automation Engineer

Amphenol•Allen, TX

12h

About The Position

The Fiber Optic Automation Engineer will oversee the installation, maintenance, and operation of automation equipment for optical fiber assemblies. Responsibilities also include specifying and procuring any tooling, fixturing and support equipment required to facilitate set-up and operation. The candidate will generate work instructions, troubleshoot equipment, and work closely with other members of the engineering and production teams on projects as required.

Requirements

Must be skilled in AutoCad, Solid Works or equivalent CAD tools
Understanding of GD&T inspection methods and equipment
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing Tools; Value Stream Mapping, 5s, Standardized Work, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Error Proofing, Set up Reduction, Continuous Flow, & Pull Systems
Proactive with desire to improve organization performance
Strong understanding of best practices in customer service
Strong interpersonal and team work skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis and suiting methodology.
Demonstrated use of structured problem-solving methods (i.e. 5Y, 8D, Fishbone)
Experience in aerospace or automotive.
Excellent PC skills, written and verbal communication skills.
Must work well in a team environment and commit to continuous improvement
Ability to travel - domestic and international

Responsibilities

Design and develop manufacturing tooling and fixtures
Work closely with development engineering and production team during launch of new products to ensure safe and timely launch
Generate work instructions and procedures for tools, equipment and processes
Facilitate and perform training on manufacturing procedures and processes
Facilitate cross-functional process improvement teams
Standardizing workmanship across the organization
Develop and implement Manufacturing Control Plans based on DFMEA and PFMEA
Implement and monitor process capability for continuous improvement
Coordinate failure analysis; ensure true root cause identification and appropriate corrective actions related to tooling and equipment
Utilize quality control tools to highlight failure analysis and prioritize improvement activities
Work with internal teams to increase customer satisfaction by improving the quality of the products