Process Team Leader - Automation, Backend, Test and SPCM
Job description
ENABLE your future through light.
Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors.
ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.
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We are seeking a Process Team Leader for the following technical areas: Backend, Test, and SPCM. This individual will also serve as a Process Automation Engineer/Scientist supporting Assembly, Test, and other Production areas.
KeyResponsibilities
- Comply with and promote workplace health and safety practices;
- Lead a team of Process experts (technicians, engineers, and scientists) assigned to the Backend, Test, and SPCM areas;
- Coordinate and supervise the work of the team, including priority management;
- Act as the technical leader for the areas under their responsibility and as the technical expert (engineer/scientist) in automation;
- Provide technical support for automation processes;
- Follow established group rules (documentation, change management, Quality system, punctuality, etc.) and ensure team members do the same;
- Ensure compliance with the technical support escalation process for Production issues involving lots and devices;
- Actively participate with the team in process-related problem solving and the implementation of appropriate corrective and preventive actions;
- Design, plan, and execute experimental studies to improve or develop automation processes;
- Communicate results through reports, presentations, and team discussions;
- Establish and meet project timelines;
- Train and support production personnel;
- Contribute to continuous improvement by applying and promoting Lean/Six Sigma methodology in all team activities;
- Ensure that automated process control mechanisms are developed, maintained, and optimized for the areas under their responsibility;
- Participate in the selection, acquisition, and qualification of new equipment;
- Maintain awareness of relevant technological developments in manufacturing processes and equipment;
- Participate in the development and daily monitoring of group performance indicators;
- Track project schedules for the team;
- Participate in year-end performance evaluations of team members;
- Manage timesheets, maintain an up-to-date attendance calendar, and regularly monitor absenteeism rates within the team;
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with each team member;
- Actively participate in daily meetings, including team and cross-functional meetings;
- Maintain a clean, organized work environment that complies with cleanroom standards;
- Perform any other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (automated manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent);
- Master's degree or additional relevant experience (an asset);
- Experience in project management and team management;
- Experience in microelectronics device manufacturing processes (an asset);
- Knowledge of Assembly, Backend, Test and SPCM processes (an asset);
- Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma methodology and Statistical Process Control (green belt certification is an asset);
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Interest and aptitude for teamwork and mentoring;
- Proficiency in French (spoken and written) in a French-speaking work environment;
- Strong English communication skills (spoken and written) for technical and international communications;
- Member of OIQ, an asset.
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Our hiring criteria meets the requirements of the OLF.
All applicants must comply with the CGP (Controlled Goods Program).
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Minorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
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The story of Excelitas Technologies is a modern tale of transformation, built upon a rich legacy of photonic innovation. While the company was officially established as an independent entity in December 2010, its roots stretch back much further, originating from the opto-electronic foundations laid by three MIT professors who founded EG&G in 1947. For over half a century, EG&G expanded its expertise in light detectors, sensors, and laser technologies. A pivotal moment came in 1999 when EG&G acquired the Analytical Instrumentation division of PerkinElmer, adopting its well-known name and continuing to flourish. The true genesis of the Excelitas we know today occurred when it was spun out of PerkinElmer, backed by the private equity firm Veritas Capital. This move marked the beginning of a new chapter, allowing the company to focus exclusively on its core mission: delivering innovative, market-driven photonic solutions. Since its inception as a standalone company, Excelitas has embarked on an impressive journey of growth, more than tripling its revenue and global workforce. This expansion has been fueled by a dual strategy of organic innovation and strategic acquisitions. The company has selectively integrated other leading-edge technology firms, such as Qioptiq, Lumen Dynamics, REO, Axsun Technologies, and Noblelight, into its portfolio. Each acquisition was carefully chosen to enhance its capabilities and broaden its reach across diverse markets, including life sciences, industrial manufacturing, semiconductor, defense, and aerospace. Now under the ownership of AEA Investors, Excelitas continues to be a critical partner for the world's leading OEMs, co-engineering bespoke solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible with light. From enabling breakthroughs in medical diagnostics and surgical visualization to advancing autonomous vehicles and ensuring global security, Excelitas Technologies remains committed to empowering its customers' success through the power of photonics.
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