Optics Balzers AG

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Technology: Develop a well-funded understanding of the technology landscape in the area of expertise. Gain knowledge in latest science and market trends. Stay aware of the technology landscape and contribute to IP and digitalization initiatives. Support development of technology roadmap for BU when required. Participation in customer interactions, conferences. Support IP development and patent filing process. Support and help drive the global digitalization roadmap for engineering topics within the Business Unit. ​Projects: Plan, lead, and execute development projects, coordinating cross-functional teams and documenting progress. Independently drive and lead projects locally and globally to improve technical capabilities. Lead of medium scale technology projects. Business: Support other manufacturing sites—especially Malaysia and China—with technical expertise, process alignment, and knowledge transfer. Build deep understanding of products, processes, and manufacturing capabilities. Support business development opportunity statements and participate on risk management activities including risk and cost assessment for new ideas. Perform detailed cost analysis for new products and cost reduction opportunities for new processes. Create documentation (SOPs, Work Instructions, FMEAs, Control Plans) in collaboration with Operations and Quality. Provide technical support for production and troubleshooting. Talent / People: Provide mentorship and coaching for engineers Promote a result-driven environment that aligns with the company’s values and mission. Continuing professional education independently or upon initiative of Optics Balzers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide overall direction and guidance to the operation with the objective of maximizing growth and profitability. Ensure on-time delivery, productivity and cost targets are met, while meeting or exceeding customer requirements for quality, delivery, and responsiveness. Be frequently present on the manufacturing floor and shape a work environment where team members are engaged & motivated to produce their best work. Accountability for plant budget and product costs. Ensure DVC & MOH costs are managed to establish forecast budgets Lead EH&S, Facilities, Equipment Maintenance for Site. Ensure site alignment with One Materion EH&S Pillars. Maintain a safe, clean working facility compliant with federal, state, local and corporate safety, environmental and human resource policies and regulations. Lead Continuous Improvement activities for site. Ensure Gross Margin and Cost Savings targets are met on an annual basis. Recruit, lead, direct, motivate and discipline employees as required.