Ceramic Process Engineer

Description

• Instill proper data collection and statistical process control
• Assist Purchasing, Maintenance, and Operations to determine proper purchase/supply of spare parts, maintenance equipment, and manufacturing equipment.
• Update procedures based on changes in manufacturing or engineering improvements as well as environmental issues (ISO9001, ISO14001).
• Update operators (and technicians) on procedure changes, production and quality issues
• Significant collaborative engagement with engineers in back end processing (such as metallization) to help ensure that process improvements are fully vetted through final product.
• Provide and execute qualification plans for new equipment
• Through expertise and the above, guide improvements to production processes
• Investigate new suppliers, technologies for improving production, quality, end cost and throughput.
• Execute FMEA, SPC, MSA processes
• Direct engagement with process transfer group
• Provide and execute qualification plans for process improvements
• Evaluate impact of Preventative Maintenance on yield/quality and co-ordinate execution of P.M. schedules; evaluate all maintenance and its possible indicators of problems.
• Perform and lead tasks, projects and all processes for plate ceramic plate fabrication in support of manufacturing (batching, casting, green plate fab, bakeout, firing and finishing.
• Direct, train, and transfer skills/knowledge to operator, engineers and engineering technicians

Requirements

• Self-directed, highly professional and collaborative
• Strong attention to detail and propensity for accuracy of work product
• BS or MS degree in engineering with an emphasis in industrial engineering, materials science, ceramic, or process engineering
• Strong problem solving skills
• Experience in total quality, six sigma or other similar environments preferred.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced workplace
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong data management skills (data management, interpretation and SPC evaluations to guide improvements
• High level of collaboration with Ceramics and Process Transfer Teams, and with Front End Operations Manager

Benefits

• 401k plan with company match
• Security Clearance Incentive Program
• Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Flex PTO and NYS Sick and Safe Leave
• Fresh food is available for purchase in the cafeteria store.
• Free Starbucks coffee available at our café
• Free access to our Fitness Center
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Prescription Drug Plans

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance