CareerPlan

Physiker/in: Produktionsleitung

Jena, THUERINGENFull-time2026-07-06 → 2026-10-30

Core

Lead external manufacturing partners and internal quality assurance for custom optical fiber production.

Role type

Production Manager (Quality Assurance Lead)

Builds

Custom optical fibers (hollow-core, quantum communication, high-security, medical, sensorics, industrial laser transmission)

Domain

Optics / Photonics / Manufacturing

Required skills

External partner management, Quality assurance, Process optimization, Team leadership, Optical fiber testing methods, Supply chain risk management, Database management, Negotiation

Preferred skills

Strategic thinking, Analytical skills, Conceptual skills, Cross-functional collaboration

Technologies

Process control software, Optical fiber testing equipment, Microscopy, Laser technology

Responsibilities

Coordinate and steer external manufacturing partners, Develop and execute testing/characterization methods for optical fibers, Lead and develop the internal QA team, Optimize processes along the supply chain, Handle complaints and derive corrective measures, Accompany audits and technical evaluations

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC