AR Coating Engineer

Job Title:                       AR Coating Engineer

Department:                  Engineering                                                           

Location:                       Dallas Lab

Reports To:                   Direct of Engineering

FLSA Status:                 Exempt

Summary

Supports AR Coating process and equipment at the Ramsey location coating center to improve processes focused on reducing downtime and improving yields. This is a hands-on job, so the Engineer must be able to work on the manufacturing floor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Develop an understanding of Hoya AR coatings, processes, and equipment.
• Tests, validates and develops processes for new products.
• Develops a well-rounded knowledge and understanding of equipment operation. To include but not limited to electronic or computer controls, electrical wiring, mechanical operations, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Provides technical support to the Ramsey lab to troubleshoot equipment or process issues.
• Follows established procedures regarding hazardous chemicals handling, transportation, and disposal.
• Trains lab staff in equipment operation,maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Works towards reducing downtime due to equipment failure in the Coating facility and reducing occurrences of failures.
• Implements and monitors yields and KPIs for hard coating operation.
• Works continuously to reduce spoilage in the manufacturing process.
• Installs new processes in the lab and provides appropriate training.
• Prepares detailed procedures for the different processes, troubleshooting steps, and maintenance of equipment and verify procedures are followed.
• Makes sure that processes and products meet HOYA or FDA requirements.
• Confers with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.
• Coordinates and oversees equipment installation and lab redesign. Supports layout redesign, installation of equipment and utilities, and verifies installation is executed successfully and on time.
• Develops understanding of Hoya AR coating process.
• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment either remotely or at the site.
• Provides written detailed troubleshooting guides including step by step descriptions and pictures.
• Provides trip reports describing machine failures and steps taken to repair.
• Follows HOYA's or stablished safety regulations when working on equipment.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

Trouble Shooting -    Ability to test equipment to identify failure point and develop plan to repair equipment in a short period of time. Ability to use tools to assemble and disable equipment following all safety regulations.

Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports and respects diversity.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.  Must be available to work extended hours including weekends. Weekends include Friday nights, anytime on Saturday or anytime on Sunday based on business needs.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Flexibility - Must be flexible to adjust the work schedule so, as to accommodate permanent or temporary changes in work hours, including late hours, weekends, or holidays to meet business needs.

Travel Requirements - Must be able to travel at least 50% of time domestically.  This may include weekend travel.  Weekends include Friday nights, anytime on Saturday or anytime on Sunday based on business needs.

Travel may be planned or with short notice depending on business needs. 

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in chemical engineering is preferred.
• A total of three to five years of previous work experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably within an optical manufacturing environment supporting and maintaining processes or equipment
• Course work or experience troubleshooting and supporting coating processes.
• Course work or experience troubleshooting equipment electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic operations.

Knowledge and Understanding of the Following Areas:

• Raw materials, hazardous chemicals, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources. 
• Machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance. 
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring performance of self and others to make improvements or take corrective actions.
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Environmental: Laboratory and office environment, working with water, caustic and acidic chemicals and exposed to hazardous chemicals. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Occasional dusty air with flying particulates.

Physical: Sufficient Physical ability necessary for sitting and standing for extended periods of time. The ability to Climb, Kneel, Lift, Pull, Reach, Push, Carry and Twist. Must be able to use hands to Grasp and manipulate small objects. Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 20 LBS and on occasion up to 100 LBS.

Vision: Must be able to see in the normal vision range with or without correction; Vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents, job tickets, faxes, cosmetic defects, procedural and policy documents.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

NON-EXCLUSIVE

The duties outlined in this document are not limited to what is presented and are not exclusive.  You may be asked from time to time to perform additional duties by your supervisor.