Staff Manufacturing Engineer

Calix delivers a broadband platform and managed services that enable our customers to improve life one community at a time. We’re at the forefront of a once in a generational change in the broadband industry. Join us as we innovate, help our customers reach their potential, and connect underserved communities with unrivaled digital experiences.

It’s an exciting time to join Calix as we’re working together to imagine and create the broadband experience that the world needs - and wants. Our team is growing and we’re looking for a Staff Manufacturing / Process Engineer to join our Test & Manufacturing Engineering team.

Responsibilities and Duties:
- Oversee the of new product introduction (NPI) as well as the ongoing support and optimization of existing products and services. Develop, evaluate, optimize, and share best practice manufacturing processes from inception through to start up and certification at Calix ODM / CMS suppliers.- Assess manufacturing processes, take measurements, and interpret data.- Monitor and audit manufacturing yields and work with suppliers on quality improvement plans.- Conduct detailed process and root cause analysis to identify areas for improvement. Develop innovative solutions and processes to improve production yields and product quality.- Perform process and capacity simulations and risk assessments while managing cost and time constraints.- Address complex manufacturing issues with innovative solutions.- Provide process documentation and Special Assembly Instruction (SAI) as well as ensure equipment and tools are suitable for manufacturing quality products.- Review and provide input on new product development (DFM/DFA/DFR) for PCB fabrication, mechanical assembly, SMT, and rework.- Establish and implement quality control processes to ensure that PCBAs and Electronic & Mechanical Assembly (E&M) meet industry and regulatory standards.- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.- Demonstrated ability to lead, initiate, facilitate, and implement change, through the actions and activities of self and governed team on behalf of Calix.- Support RMA to drive root cause with partner manufacturing.- Manufacture/Quality Management Systems (QMS) audits to assess compliance and capabilities.- Ensure suppliers’ processes are qualified and maintained to produce high quality products.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.- At least 10 years' proven work experience in the manufacturing process / manufacturing engineering field- Excellent technical and problem-solving skills.- Knowledge of manufacturing process and quality control related standards.- Knowledgeable in IPC standards- Experience in process simulations, SMT, PCB assembly and mechanical assembly.- Experience in Propel or Agile, or other change management systems.- Working knowledge of process engineering software packages.- Prior internal/external customer facing presentation experience a plus.- Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal.- Ability to work individually, within a team and cross-functional environments.- Strong interpersonal skills- Familiarity with health and safety regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:
- In factory PCBA manufacturing experience- Experience in supplier quality management- Experience in product/factory relocations

Location:
- Remote-based position located in Guadalajara, Mexico.- 30% Travel required within Mexico and the US.

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About Us.
- Calix delivers a broadband platform and managed services that enable our customers to improve life one community at a time. We’re at the forefront of a once in a generational change in the broadband industry. Join us as we innovate, help our customers reach their potential, and connect underserved communities with unrivaled digital experiences.
- This is the Calix mission - to enable CSPs of all sizes to Simplify. Innovate. Grow.-
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