Lean Value Stream Engineer - Optical Manufacturing

MKS Instruments; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 71,025 - 105,375; Full time

Job summary

MKS Instruments in Irvine, CA is seeking a Value Stream Engineer to partner with optical fabrication operations to drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across one or more work cells. You will report to the Senior Manager of Operations and play a key role in driving efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the value stream.

You will own operational metrics, create standard work and training materials, and lead LEAN initiatives, with up to 5% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing-related role.

Responsibilities

• Improve the flow of materials, information, and resources across the entire value stream.
• Identify and eliminate inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste.
• Initiate and execute LEAN methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create and maintain standard work for processes.
• Develop and roll out clear work instructions.
• Create training documents and identify training needs within a work cell.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

MKS Instruments in Irvine, CA is seeking a Value Stream Engineer to partner with optical fabrication operations to drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across one or more work cells. You will report to the Senior Manager of Operations and play a key role in driving efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the value stream.

You will own operational metrics, create standard work and training materials, and lead LEAN initiatives, with up to 5% travel.