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Lumentum

IT Manager, Manufacturing Systems

Japan - Sagamihara

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Seniority
Lead / management
Country
JP
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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the posting

  • It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
  • We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Job Description

MES Operations and Continuous Improvement:

  • Lead the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to define business requirements and optimize manufacturing processes through MES.
  • Ensure high system availability, performance, and reliability of the MES environment.
  • Drive continuous process improvement and digitalization initiatives by leveraging MES capabilities.

Project Management:

  • Lead MES-related projects, including new functionality, system enhancements, and equipment integration.
  • Coordinate with global IT teams, external vendors, and business stakeholders to deliver projects on schedule and within scope.
  • Manage project priorities, risks, and resources to support business objectives.

Team Leadership:

  • Lead, coach, and develop the MES team to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • Provide technical guidance and oversee daily operational activities.
  • Manage outsourced development partners and ensure the quality of delivered solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the MES team and ensure stable operation of manufacturing IT systems.
  • Manage MES enhancement and implementation projects from planning through deployment.
  • Build strong partnerships with manufacturing, engineering, and global IT organizations.
  • Support manufacturing operations through effective use of IT systems and digital technologies.
  • Report project status, operational performance, and key issues to IT management.

Expected Background

  • Experience leading MES implementation, operation, or enhancement projects within a semiconductor or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects involving manufacturing, engineering, and IT organizations.
  • Experience leading technical teams and coordinating external vendors.
  • Experience working in a global organization is preferred.

Expected Skill

  • Strong understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and manufacturing business processes.
  • Ability to define business requirements and translate them into system specifications.
  • Knowledge of relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server) and SQL.
  • Knowledge of ERP accounting procedures
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Business-level English communication skills for collaboration with global teams.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

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