Manager, OLED Operations Engineering

Manager, OLED Operations Engineering   

Overview

The Manager, OLED Operations Engineering is an important leader here who will coordinate the activities of the Manufacturing Engineers and the Manufacturing Engineering Technicians.  This is a core group who focus on creating and improving products and/or processes that convert raw materials into finished goods using new or advanced components in a highly effective, efficient and economical way. They set up and execute research experiments and ultimately work as part of our team to advance our OLED multi-stack technology.

This team is often on their feet troubleshooting, testing, and working with many other internal and external partners. The engineers have a heavy focus on project management and directly impact all aspects of operations in Rochester. 

What You’ll Do Every Day

Each day, you and your team will implement & optimize processes. You will help them by planning, assigning, and monitoring their activities; ensuring desired outcomes are achieved. In addition, you and your team will be considered project managers for Automotive/Lighting or Government funded projects. 

You will have a focus on designing and optimizing processes and procedures and use Lean methodologies to drive continuous improvement. You will also keep a high focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.  Your team will provide technical support, and you will use data and evaluation of proposed designs to optimize equipment and production. 

You will work to motivate the team, coach them properly, handle schedules and time off, review/approve time entry and handle performance management aspects. You will also help to manage the budget and plan for future projects. 

Skills You Must Bring

You have at least 5 years of experience managing a team of people. You understand and demonstrate leadership qualities and have a focus on team development. You have hands-on working experience in a technical or manufacturing environment. You have a history of managing projects and understanding project plans. While not required, it would be great if you came with Lean Manufacturing experience (a Green or Black Belt is preferred). You understand certification requirements and how to participate in maintaining them such as ISO9001 and IATF 16949. From a software perspective it would be preferred if you know CAD, have ERP experience (extra points for Epicor), and are fluent in MS Office systems. 

This position is on-site in Rochester and will be a mix of sitting at a desk using office equipment such as a computer, printer, and other peripherals. As well as moving around the facility, we will need someone who can stand 25% of the time, walk, reach, bend, and use their hands. The ability to use tools and machines daily is required.  We have a hard working and fun team here, consider joining our team today! 

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