Shift Process Engineer

Company: Lumentum Operations
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Location: Towcester
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will act as the first point of contact for wafer fab process issues, supporting smooth factory operation in a 24×7 casting environment. You’ll collaborate with manufacturing teams to triage incidents, release materials, and coordinate tool re-qualification. The role combines problem solving, process control, and cross-functional communication to maintain quality and throughput. This is a hands-on opportunity to shape process improvements in a high-precision cleanroom setting.

Responsibilities

  • Be the first point of contact for wafer fab process issues and provide end-of-shift handover
  • Review and resolve process-related issues to keep fab running smoothly
  • Ensure timely material release and monitor holds as needed
  • Coordinate tool re-qualification after maintenance
  • Provide scrap/near-miss triage and DEV guidance for non-standard work
  • Create measurement macros for new products as lots reach measurement tools

Key requirements

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision out of hours
  • Competent PC user (Microsoft Office)
  • Wafer fab cleanroom experience is advantageous
  • Familiarity with 6sigma and similar methodologies is advantageous
  • Experience with computer-controlled semiconductor processing equipment is advantageous
  • Knowledge of MES (PROMIS) is advantageous with training provided
  • HNC or Degree in Science or Engineering or related technician level experience
  • Team working
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Process control in semiconductor manufacturing
  • Cleanroom environment operation
  • DEVs and deviation handling

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Posted: October 12th, 2026