Production Manager

A Day in Your Life at MKS:As a Production Manager at MKS Instruments, you will oversee the filters department, playing a critical role in leading the manufacturing and development efforts of optical thin film products within a production facility. In this role, you will report to the Director, Manufacturing/Operations.You Will Make an Impact By:Production Management: Lead the production team in the manufacturing of optical thin film coatings using various deposition techniques, such as sputtering, ion beam deposition, and thermal evaporationDevelop and implement production schedules to meet customer orders and delivery timelines while optimizing resource utilization.Monitor production metrics, including yield, cycle time, and throughput, and implement strategies to improve efficiency and productivity.Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce quality control measures to ensure the consistency and reliability of optical thin film products.Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.Investigate and resolve quality issues through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance product performance, yield, and cost-effectiveness.Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to develop and implement new thin film deposition techniques and technologies.Utilize statistical analysis and data-driven approaches to monitor process performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor production staff to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce.Provide leadership, guidance, and performance feedback to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.Promote safety awareness and ensure adherence to workplace safety protocols and regulations.Project Management: Manage projects related to the development, optimization, and scale-up of optical thin film coatings.Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and quality assurance, to ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.Communicate project status, risks, and resource requirements to senior management and stakeholders.Preferred SkillsThin Film Deposition Techniques: Proficiency in various thin film deposition methods such as sputtering, evaporation, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and atomic layer deposition (ALD). Understanding the principles behind each technique and their applications is crucial for designing and manufacturing thin film filters.Optical Thin Film Design: Knowledge of optical thin film design principles, including interference effects, refractive index, and thickness control. Skill in using software tools for optical design, simulation, and analysis is beneficial for optimizing filter performance.Materials Science: Understanding of thin film materials properties, including refractive index, absorption coefficient, and optical constants. Knowledge of different substrate materials and their compatibility with thin film coatings is essential for achieving desired filter characteristics.Quality Control and Testing: Proficiency in quality control methods and testing procedures for thin film filters, such as spectroscopic ellipsometry, spectrophotometry, and optical microscopy. Skill in interpreting measurement data and troubleshooting performance issues is critical for ensuring product quality. SPC knowledge a plusProblem-Solving and Troubleshooting: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to thin film deposition, adhesion, stress, and contamination. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are necessary for optimizing process parameters and achieving desired filter specifications.Manufacturing and Process Optimization: Experience in manufacturing processes optimization, including yield improvement, cycle time reduction, and cost optimization. Skill in implementing lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies can help enhance efficiency and productivity.Skills You Bring:Bachelor's degree or higher in Optical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.Proficiency in quality management systems and methodologies, such as SPC and ISO standards.Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.Project management experience, including the ability to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and manage project timelines effectively.This job description outlines the key responsibilities and qualifications required for a Production Manager role, but specific requirements may vary depending on the organization's size, industry, and production processes.LI-AS1MKS Instruments, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer. We solicit and hire applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected category. Our policy is to employ the most qualified applicants. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with company policies and federal and state guidelines.Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.LI-ASGlobally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKSmksinst.com .If applying for a specific job, please include the requisition number (ex: RXXXX), the title and location of the role