Ceramics Engineer jobs in the United States

JOB TITLE: Material Engineer JOB GRADE: EX05

FLSA STATUS: Exempt DEPARTMENT NAME: Material Control

DEPARTMENT CODE: MATCTL REPORTS TO: Area Manager

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I. POSITION SUMMARY

Process engineer supporting the efficient operation of our ceramic material departments by driving continuous improvement through studying new technology or by member suggestions.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DEPENDING ON SPECIFIC MATERIAL ENGINEER ASSIGNMENT (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned):

• Provides Process Engineering support for three materials departments.

• Approves incoming and pre-shipment raw materials for use at NGK USA

• Updates department procedures, work instructions, and forms

• Champions or participates in continuous improvement projects related to material production areas.

• Could be selected to be the Radiation Safety Officer requiring outside training / certification.

• Participates in G5S / Kaizen teams.

• Champions or participates in completing special projects to provide support for NGK USA.

• Maintains NGK USA batch proportions and bill of materials.

• Conducts line tests and writes reports to test and document new materials, process supplies, or operating parameters.

• Submits Process Change requests to obtain official approval to change a process parameter.

• Participates or champions weekly quality improvement meetings for department depending on specific job assignment.

• Creates computer programs to aid in testing of NGK's products.

• Creates reports for Quality Assurance or Material Control, both in US and Japan.

• Communicates clearly and professionally with other NGK plants and equipment suppliers via email, phone, or reports.

• Maintains databases used for raw material quality and for assisting with shrinkage control.

• Works with Maintenance and Facilities Engineering to install new equipment or make repairs to existing equipment.

• Works with related departments to drive global powder processing and weighing improvements.

• Participates in auditing raw material and/or equipment suppliers.

• Learn operational principles of laboratory test equipment and material processing equipment.

III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The Material Engineer has no supervisory responsibilities.

IV. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Customer Focus, Integrity and Accountability, Respect and Humility, Teamwork, Communication, Decision Making and Problem Solving, Dependability / Self-Management, Interpersonal Skills, Motivation and Commitment, Safety & Environmental Awareness & Compliance

V. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Required Education and/or Experience

1. Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from accredited college or university preferably in Material Engineering, Materials Science (composites or ceramics), or Chemical Engineering. Experience with ceramics a plus.

Required Language Skills

1. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

2. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers.

Required Mathematical Skills

1. Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Required Reasoning Ability

1. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

2. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Other Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1. Proficient working knowledge of MS Office, Minitab, and business intelligence software, a plus.
• 2. Must be able to work in a team setting with individuals of different educational and work experience and expertise.
• 3. Must be able to manage their time and priorities to complete projects and tasks on time and correctly.
• 4. Ability to conduct oneself professionally when in the office and when representing NGK on company business trips.

Travel Requirements

1. Some domestic and international travel is required (< 10%).

VI. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case-by-case basis):

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; and sit.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

VII. WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work in typical office conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

VIII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE

• Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property.
• PPE is generally not required while performing the duties of this job.
• Safety glasses, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, goggles and/or full-face shield are required while performing certain job duties.
• Task appropriate gloves or mitts (e.g. latex gloves, cloth gloves, or heat resistance gloves) are required while performing certain job duties.
• Respirators may be required while performing certain job duties.

IX. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER

This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.