Dimension Control Tech -Shift (Tue-Fri - 1st wk /Wed-Sat 2nd wk - Hrs - 5:00am-3:30pm)

NGK • Mooresville, NC

11d

About The Position

Performs shrinkage control sampling and testing. And process pellets from powder for shrinkage measurements. These are integral support functions in the efficient manufacturing of ceramic products that meet the required specifications & quality standards. Assembles, repairs and controls cradles that are used in the extrusion process.

Requirements

• Must be able to successfully complete all required job training
• High school diploma or GED.
• 6-month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent
• CRC Bronze or above
• Computer experience necessary: Excel, Infinity, etc.
• Mush have high level of craftsmanship with attention to detail; understanding of extrusion tooling and shrinkage theory is a plus; must be extremely quality conscious.
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions.
• Ability to communicate information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Meeting Targets and Objectives (Organizational Ability, Efficiency, Work Quality)
• Dependability/Self-Management
• Interpersonal Skills (Relationship Building, Teamwork)
• Communication
• Motivation and Commitment (Initiative and Flexibility)
• Decision Making and Problem Solving (Judgment)
• Customer Focus (Internal and External)

Nice To Haves

• Certified Production Technician program completion (preferred)
• understanding of extrusion tooling and shrinkage theory is a plus; must be extremely quality conscious.

Responsibilities

• Shrinkage Control: Obtain one subgroup (3 pieces) of green Honey Ceram samples from each available extruder line, and one subgroup of STs for each kiln cycle. Marking and measuring them for each kiln cycle daily. Shrinkage setting shall be reviewed after the subgroup has run for each of the kiln cycle’s shrinkage results. Evaluate Results.
• After the fire body subgroup has been measured and the results are in the Infinity charts, review the results to ensure that it meets the criteria. Additional Measurements on Contour Machine are needed when the parts are not met. Measure the subgroup on Material Control’s Contour machine and the Technical Leader and/or Supervisor will compare the results against the customer’s specification. If the samples meet customer’s specification, then send the samples to Material Control for additional testing. Evaluation is complete. If the samples fail to meet the customer’s specification, then hold the samples for further analysis.
• Obtain incoming honey cream from Japan; measure on optibel. Process pellets from powder for shrinkage measurements on the Contour Machine. Recognize defects in production; Hensy-color, Tatagire-Cracks, Tamen-Face cracks.
• Cradle Control: A. Checks cradles by visually inspecting and touching for damages such as burrs, bubbles, frayed corners, loose bumpers, etc. B. Inspects cradles using micrometers, calipers and other measuring devices. C. Operates HAAS CNC Mill, hot cutting knife, and hot wire cutting machine. D. Checks inventories to ensure that sufficient supplies are available for upcoming product runs; notifies supervisor if materials need to be ordered. E. Assembles and repairs cradles, bumpers and screws. F. Enter data into company’s information systems: Infinity, spreadsheets, etc. G. Uses caution when using cutting instruments; uses proper lifting techniques. H. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) activities as needed. I. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED