Process Engineering Specialist - Kiln Focus

Kyocera • Hendersonville, NC

76d • $59,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Process Engineering Specialist supports the improvement and implementation of production processes and procedures. This position involves the setup of new production systems and the analyses of current systems. The Process Engineering Specialist takes direction and training from other engineers and department managers, typically working closely with the production floor. This person may be assigned a variety of projects with some supervision. Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which suggestions can be made. May work closely with facilities and supply management when new parts or repairs are needed.

Requirements

• Requires 2 year degree in engineering.
• Hands-on mechanical and analytical experience in a lab or production environment.
• Ability to manage assigned projects and follow through on process improvement procedures.
• Knowledge of ceramic and industrial parts processing and properties is preferred.
• Knowledge of SPC, FMEA, Lean and Six Sigma Principles.
• Intermediate computer skills, to include use of MS Office Suite, Solidworks, SolidCam, Autocad, and machine programming.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface with outside vendors and to generate and deliver presentations to internal customers.
• Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of kiln equipment (Natural gas, Electric, etc.).
• Experience sintering non-oxide ceramics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence, and processes in the manufacture of final product.
• Oversees the starting, running, and upgrading of manufacturing processes to maximize productivity without sacrificing quality requirements.
• Designs, installs, and commissions new production processes and tools.
• Creates work instructions and other associated process documentation following documented procedures.
• Analyzes problems and addresses RCCAAs using intuitive and analytical methods such as 8-D & 5 Why Analyses.
• Takes ownership of assigned projects and manages results start to finish with guidance from Senior Engineer or production manager.
• Ensures safety is a priority on all tools and production activity.
• May train operators on lock out tag out techniques and will use safe machine practices in all activities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours.
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!).
• 10 Paid Holidays per year.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Pension.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible schedules.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree