Process Development Manager

Location: Yocumtown, PA Department: Engineering Posted: 9/28/2026 Location Name: HSIO-Valley Green Wage: Depends on Experience Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive. Position: Process Development Manager Location: Valley Green, PA We are seeking an experienced NPI Process Engineering Manager to lead global process development teams and improve and support existing manufacturing processes and products. The ideal candidate has more than 10 years of engineering experience, strong technical expertise, and a proven ability to collaborate across functions, solve complex problems, and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency. This role requires confident leadership, clear communication, and a structured approach to problem-solving. Responsibilities This position manages all technical and process control aspects, develop plans, coordinates, tracks, qualifies and implements assembly processes from conceptual design into functional assemblies that meet Amphenol cost, delivery, and capacity needs while meeting all customers' requirements. Develop automated processes and monitor areas of continues improvement in quality, safety, cost, and efficiency including SMED, TPM (LEAN tools) and other tasks via a structured development process. Assist with costing, capital and capacity projections in preparation of financial justifications for new products in development and for product changes or extensions. Complete process development deliverables including PFMEA's, Process Qualification Plan, Control Plans, Workmanship standards and DOE's related to process development. Planning and coordinating activities for the NPI teams globally. Participation in Design Reviews and provide collective feedback to Design Engineers on components and assembly Connectors (DFM). Collect process data and analyses, provide recommendations and observations to optimize assembly process to the ME team. Support and coordinate process qualification & customer samples through NPI personnel. Responsible for Transfer to Production once all development documents and qualifications are completed. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues and customer complaints. Ensure timely resolution of technical problems impacting manufacturing, supply chain, or product performance. Responsible for documentation including process specifications, work instructions, and engineering change notices. Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to enhance yield, reduce cost, and improve reliability. Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to drive measurable improvements. Mentor and lead a team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Lead and manage engineering projects from concept through implementation. Track and report progress, risks, and outcomes to leadership. Support audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory documentation as needed. Travel to support vendor visits, troubleshooting, and inter-site collaboration. Qualifications BS in Engineering (Manufacturing, Electromechanical or Mechanical) 10+ years of experience in Process Engineering, Process Qualification, or New Product Introduction within electronics or connector manufacturing. At least 5 years of current experience as Manager Position is required Strong problem-solving skills, capable of using data to analyze process and product problems – SPC, Six Sigma. Effective use of problem prevention tools, including Quality Planning, Poka Yoke, DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC X-Bar/R Charting, Cmk/Cpk, R&R, etc. Experience in high-speed stamping, injection molding, precious metal plating or manufacturing connector background preferred Strong leadership, communication, project management skills. Experience presenting complex progress and/or failure-analysis results to customers and non-technical stakeholders. Knowledge of high-speed I/O products, electromechanical products, data-center applications, or similar interconnect technologies preferred. Geometric Dimensions and Tolerance principles, and statical Engineering methods. Advanced level of decision making with responsibility for outcomes necessary Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business. Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. 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