Senior MOL Process Engineer (Based in Ipoh)

Coherent Corp.; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company in Ipoh is seeking an experienced professional to establish process capabilities and improve production yields. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field, with at least 5 years of experience in a mass production environment. Responsibilities include conducting studies to enhance process reliability, applying lean principles, and supporting operator training. This role requires on-site attendance and offers a collaborative environment committed to integrity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a related industry and mass production environment.
• Good knowledge of mechanical dimensioning & tolerancing analysis.
• Adaptable to rapid changes in business needs.

Responsibilities

• Establish process capability and productivity models.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to improve yield.
• Conduct gage repeatability & reliability studies.

Skills

Data analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Machine hands-on experience

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science/Engineering in Electronics, Photonics, Mechanical or Mechatronics

Tools

SPC applications

Job description

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish the process capability and the capacity/productivity model.
• Able to fully define and characterize the designated process, and establish optimum parameter setting.
• Define the PCP and improving critical process capability (as defined in the process control plan, product drawings/specification and BOM)
• Fully understand the necessary controls, equipment, precautions, setup parameters to meet the product specifications.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste in the production process, and implement yield improvement projects.
• Responsible for the process yields of the designated process. Responsible to establish and implement all appropriate actions to improve the yields.
• Responsible to conduct gage repeatability & reliability studies, correlation studies as well as actions to improve both these capabilities. Generate reaction plans for OOC situations.
• Assist the manufacturing personnel in operator training, qualification and improving operator utilisation and productivity as well as inventory reduction.
• Communication skill to communicate and interface well with peers, enhance teamwork.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Derive continual improvement and use of resources.
• Yield and UPH improvement projects.
• Cost saving projects.
• Process documentation.
• Ensure successful transfer of new process from R&D, and pass process and reliability qualification.
• Performing any other duties as directed by the immediate superior from time to time.
• Practice risk-based thinking in planning and execution of task.
• Compliance to ISO requirements, company rules & regulations, applicable codes, etc.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor or Master of Science/Engineering preferably majoring in Electronics, Photonics, Mechanical or Mechatronics.
• Preferably majored in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, Mechatronics or Mechanical.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a related industry and in a mass production environment. Experience working in a fiber optic transceiver manufacturing environment will be an added advantage.
• Good computer literacy especially in SPC related applications.
• Must exhibit a strong sense of data analytical skills with hands-on working attitude.
• Adaptable and flexible to rapid changes to the business needs of the company.
• Good knowledge of mechanical dimensioning & tolerancing analysis, poka-yoke principles will be an added advantage.

Skills

• Experience in Optical Sub Assembly, alignment process is an advantage.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and enjoy the process of problem-solving.
• Machine hands on.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite.

Culture Commitment

• Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard‑work through a competitive compensation program. It’s an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies

We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About The Team

Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II‑VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, and now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh’s assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next‑generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.