Process Manager (m/f/d) - MMC Connectorization & Fiber Operations

ROLE PURPOSE:

Own fiber and MMC connectorization manufacturing processes end to end, from NPI through high‑volume manufacturing, ensuring robust yield, scalable automation, and secure, high‑quality fiber supply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process Ownership & Manufacturing Strategy:
• • Own end to end process for MMC connectorization and fiber operations from NPI to HVM (High Volume Manufacturing)
  • Collaborate with OCS DE and HSDC team to take advantage of global scale
  • Define and own fiber handling, routing, protection, fiber rotation and polarity management standards
  • Own connectorization performance, yield, repeatability, and damage prevention
  • Interface with Fiber Engineering to align process capability with fiber and connector design specifications
  • Define the process scalability roadmap covering volume, cost, and multisite deployment

• Automation Architecture & Deployment:

• • Define end‑to‑end automation concepts for fiber handling, routing, connectorization, polarity verification, inspection, and test
  •  Interface with equipment suppliers and automation integrators to deploy solutions that minimize manual handling, reduce damage risk, and support high‑volume manufacturing
  •  Ensure automation solutions are scalable, cost‑effective, and deployable across contract manufacturing partners
  •  Own the automation roadmap and deployment timing aligned with NPI and ramp plans

• NPI Readiness & Transfer to Manufacturing:

• • Own fiber and connectorization manufacturing readiness through Engineering, Design and Product validation test (EVT, DVT, and PVT.)
  • Support design validation and manufacturability assessments for fiber and connector solutions
  • Define process qualification, readiness criteria, and acceptance standards
  • Own process transfer packages to contract manufacturers and support volume ramp, yield learning, and stabilization

• Fiber Supply, Traceability & Risk Management:

• • Interface with the Fiber team on fiber supply planning, vendor qualification, traceability, and security
  • Identify and mitigate fiber supply, quality, and handling risks across the manufacturing network
  • Ensure end‑to‑end traceability and compliance with fiber security requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S., M.S. in Engineering or relevant field (preferred: Mechanical Engineering, Systems, Industrial, Mechatronic, Electronic or similar)
• 10+ years of experience in mfg equipment design and/or process improvement
• Hands-on experience with test and measurement technologies and automation processes
• Demonstrated ability to solve challenging technical problems by developing creative solutions with an understanding of the underlying principles
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Ability to work in teams and lead employees
• Innovative mindset and problem-solving attitude
• Self-motivated to deliver results with minimal supervision
• Communicates effectively (verbal and written)
• Organized with good planning and time management skills
• Works effectively with global teams
• Positive attitude, flexible, proactive, and committed work ethics

DESIRED EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of opto-mechanical technologies and manufacturing
• Experience with fiber optics
• Experience with high volume production
• Track record of engagement with external vendors for equipment design
• Experience in business strategy creation and execution