Microfabrication Supervisor (11am - 7:30pm)

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Microfabrication Supervisor 2 to lead the MEMS production team and drive Lean manufacturing improvements.

You will oversee technicians, coordinate MES implementation, and partner with cross-functional staff to meet delivery goals. The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, plus 5+ years operational experience with 3+ years in supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of operational experience with 3+ years in supervision.
• Experience with AS9100D and semiconductor/wafer fab environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise eight or more Microfabrication Technicians, including scheduling daily work and evaluations.
• Implement MES (Eyelit) as part of MEMS technology strategy.
• Coordinate cross-functional startup, configuration, and integration of Eyelit MES in mixed production/R&D.
• Manage trainings, cross-trainings and resource allocation.
• Ensure documentation and quality system compliance; implement corrective actions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Eyelit MES

Statistical Process Control

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

The Draper Microfabrication Supervisor 2 is a key member of our operations team. As the Supervisor 2, you will be an operationally critical player in the microfab, which develops and manufactures next-generation and application-specific sensors and devices. The microfab focuses on inertial MEMs, but also develops solutions leveraging photonics, microfluidics, novel materials and 3D integration, including interposer and wafer level packaging (WLP) concepts. The supervisor 2 will support the delivery of high reliability inertial MEMS sensors by responding to, and fully supporting, production. The job requires integration of multidisciplinary information from program management, engineering management, facilities, mission assurance, and process engineering to meet critical customers’ needs. The supervisor 2 will work closely with technical staff, equipment specialists and technicians, serving as a bridge to translate staff needs to work plans with complex constraints.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise eight or more Microfabrication Technicians, including scheduling daily work assignments, performing annual evaluations and participating in the hiring process as needed.
• Implementation of a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is a key enabler to the future of Draper’s MEMS technology strategy.
• This role involves working as a member a cross-functional team on startup, configuration and introduction of Eyelit MES and application of it to a combined low-rate production and R&D environment.
• Management of trainings, cross-trainings and resource allocation to assure effective program support.
• Complying with documentation standards for production.
• Work with Mission Assurance to keep documentation up to date including process change notifications and corrective actions.
• Oversee the execution of corrective actions.
• Ensure maintenance of a quality system to contract requirements.
• Analyze and model Fab capacity with emphasis on identifying bottlenecks and throughput challenge areas, working with the engineering and maintenance teams to identify and implement mitigation strategies and potential improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Collaborate and organize information with other operational functions, including planning for materials/consumables, preventative maintenance for lab equipment, and ensuring employees are current with required training and certification.
• Day to day management and communication of production needs to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide periodic updates to engineering leadership as necessary.
• Foster teamwork and accountability with staff.
• Working closely with programmatic and technical management to manage Work in Progress (WIP) flow in the fabrication facility.
• Use Lean Manufacturing principles to improve manufacturing operations related to yield, on-time delivery, and cutting costs.
• Willingness to work shift hours, particularly early hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Must demonstrate initiative and problem solving with a focus on quality and schedule.
• Possess excellent organization, prioritization, and written/oral communication skill.
• Ability to brief both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Display good interpersonal skills required to communicate clearly with internal team and customers; experience as area lead or supervisor.
• Be self-motivated, able to adapt to changing priorities and must thrive in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Working knowledge of and experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing / 6-Sigma principals to effect capability improvements.
• Ability to project, budget, and track small scale projects.
• Ability to learn and interact with Manufacturing Execution System and Statistical Process Control tools.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement practices, and statistical process control.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Experience

Minimum of 5 years operational experience, 3+ years of supervisory experience. Experience complying to AS9100D production protocols highly desired. Experience using and/or configuring a Manufacturing Engineering System and Statistical Process Control highly desired. Technical experience with semiconductor or wafer fab environment (process integration, modules, yield enhancement, manufacturing process) a plus.

Additional

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Location

Job Location - City: Cambridge Job Location - State: Massachusetts Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000.00 - $275,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Benefits

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work.

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