Ceramic Process Engineer

CTS Corp.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

CTS Corporation in Albuquerque is seeking a Ceramic Process Engineer to lead monitoring and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes, focusing on PZT ceramic formulation, batching, spray dry, pressing, and sintering to maintain yields and quality.

You will drive lean initiatives, apply DOE and Six Sigma tools, train staff, interact with suppliers and customers, and collaborate with NPI to introduce new products to manufacturing.

Qualifications

• BS in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Materials Science.
• Experience with ceramic processing equipment is a plus.
• Experience with ceramic analytical equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leads and directs the monitoring and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes to maintain product yields and quality.
• Recommends and implements lean processes and products that improve manufacturing capabilities, efficiencies, yields and quality.
• Provides technical leadership to technicians, lower level engineers, and operators.
• Reports and interfaces process and project status and progress to management in oral and written communications. Also, interfaces with suppliers, and customers.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Communication

Education

BS in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Materials Science

Tools

SEM

XRD

Dilatometer

TGA

Job description

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Ceramic Process Engineer reports directly to the Product Engineering Manager and supports the ceramic, piezo and RF business.

• Leads and directs the monitoring and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes to maintain product yields and quality. Develop factory SPC and Lean initiatives. Utilization of an array of continuous improvement tools (DOE, DMAIC, Six Sigma, Green Belt) and general statistical analysis methods will be required. Train others on the proper use of these techniques both in the form or oral communication and documentation.
• Recommends and implements lean processes and products that improve manufacturing capabilities, efficiencies, yields and quality. A resource for the design, optimization, launch, and manufacturing of product or process issues to further optimize products for manufacturability, cycle time, cost reductions, and transfer off shore. Represent production in design reviews and FSA (final ship acceptance).
• Provides technical leadership to technicians, lower level engineers, and operators.
• Reports and interfaces process and project status and progress to management in oral and written communications. Also, interfaces with suppliers, and customers.
• Provide diagnostic, recommendations for maintaining, upgrade existing equipment or acquisition of new equipment. Work with other department (Facility, quality, operation) for installation and release to production.
• Work closely with new product introduction team to efficiently and cost effectively introduce new products into manufacturing.
• leadership for their area of responsibility.
• Works independently and periodically reports status to engineering management and plant manufacturing management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for maintaining and improving ceramic manufacturing processes with emphasis on PZT ceramic formulation, batching, spray dry, pressing, and sintering.
• Uses their technical knowledge and ingenuity to resolve complex problems and provides technical leadership for their area of responsibility.
• Works independently and periodically reports status to engineering management and plant manufacturing management.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 3+ years of experience in ceramic processing equipment in a manufacturing environment is a plus. Experience with large ceramic processing equipment (batching, pressing, firing) is a plus.
• Ceramic analytical equipment (SEM, XRD, Dilatometer, TGA) is a plus.
• Ability to analyze and identify problems, develop appropriate solutions and implement with available resources to complete complex assignments.
• Ability to proactively develop new ideas/methodologies for continuous improvement.
• Ability to interact with other professional staff throughout the organization.
• Strong data analysis skills, with the ability to recognize patterns and make decisions based on data.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum BS in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Materials Science.
• Prior experience in ceramic processing preferred.
• Expectation is working with Lead Oxide and would require wearing a respirator.

PHYSICAL/WORKING REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to move, handle and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Extended periods of standing combined with sitting and walking.
• Must be able to go up and down steps.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Exposure to moderate noise levels and use of chemicals.

JOIN US

At CTS, one of the ways we recognize the value of our employees is through our comprehensive benefits program. Highlights of our benefits program for full-time employees include:

• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630.577.8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment.

Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Nearest Major Market: Albuquerque

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