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Lumentum are currently recruiting for the position of Shift Process Engineer to be based in Caswell, Northamptonshire, UK. This is a shift-based role (24x7 operation, 12-hour shifts) rotating across all shifts. This role would be suitable for a recent graduate or experienced technician.
Key responsibilities
- Be the first point of contact for all wafer fab process related issues.
- Provide written handover of issues at end of shift.
- Responsible for reviewing and resolving process related issues, assisting in smooth running of the fab.
- Ensure swift release of material where possible and police application of holds.
- Oversight and co-ordination for timely tool re-qualification after maintenance activity.
- Provide scrap and near miss event support, ensure swift triage of scrap and near miss events.
- Generate and/or enact process deviations (DEVs) where required, e.g. raise DEVs (if appropriate) for out of spec. events, provide advice and support to manufacturing teams in event of non-standard work under DEV.
- Creating measurement macros for new products as the lots arrive at measurement tools.
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision out of hours whilst ensuring that all tasks are completed.
- Competent PC user (including the use of Microsoft Office).
- Wafer fab cleanroom experience an advantage.
- Familiarity with 6sigma and similar methodologies would be an advantage.
- Ability to work as a part of a team to achieve targets whilst utilising a variety of communication skills.
- Experience of computer-controlled semiconductor processing equipment would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems (MES) such as PROMIS would be an advantage, though full training will be provided.
Qualifications
- An HNC or Degree in a science or engineering discipline or related experience at technician or senior operator level.
Skills
- You will be working within a cleanroom environment and must be comfortable with the use of cleanroom clothing.
- Self-motivated and dependable with good communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, alone or as a part of a team.
- Excellent attendance, timekeeping and punctuality.
- Must have a professional attitude to work and to colleagues.
- A flexible approach to work and customer demand.
- Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.



