Production Control Specialist (Starlink/Akoustis)

About the role

Akoustis is now operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX, providing industry-leading RF filters using patented XBAW technology to help drive the mission of making human life multi-planetary, while also connecting the world through Starlink. As an Akoustis Production Control Specialist, you will take individual ownership or a supporting role in planning and managing workflow through the RF filter manufacturing facility in Canandaigua, NY. The role requires working independently while frequently interacting with Akoustis Engineers and Operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will sustain multiple processes, expedite material through the fab in a high-mix environment, support new product introductions, and manage MES and D365 systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan NPI and Production lot starts
• Create routes and recipes in MES system and manage FE D365 inputs
• Enter data collection for SPC within MES system
• Manage SPC and SL wafers
• Manage shipping wafers for the fab to OSAT’s
• Coordinate shipping requirements with program managers
• Manage wafer inventory within MES and outsource suppliers
• Train personnel on the MES system
• Manage user access to qualified tools within MES system
• Closely track high priority lots to reduce cycle time
• Review lot holds and work with management team to release holds to help improve cycle time
• Write and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and train Production Operators and Technicians on SOPs
• Support new product introductions and sustain existing products and processes
• Identify, contain, troubleshoot, and partition quality problems associated with the area’s toolset
• Participate in cross-functional teams
• Document results and present results to technical staff
• Collaborate with quality and suppliers on quality issues

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher in computer science, information science, business, project management, operations management, supply chain management, logistics, or an engineering discipline AND 4+ years of experience in one or more of the following; OR 7+ years of experience in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree:
  • Material or production planning
  • Production scheduling
  • Technical writing
  • Operations
  • Supply chain management
  • Engineering
• Work in an environment requiring strict adherence to workplace safety rules, where additional PPE is required in certain circumstances

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 4+ years of experience as a production planner in the manufacturing industry
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and JMP statistical software
• Solid understanding of SPC, DOE, and 8D problem solving
• Experience handling silicon wafers
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing environments involving frequent product changeovers
• Experience participating in ISO quality audits

Pay

Pay range: $36.00 - $51.00/hour. Your actual level and base salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a discount
• Long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
• Various discounts and perks

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C.1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.