Technical Specialist

Materion; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Materion is seeking a Technical Specialist in Reading, Berks County, to investigate manufacturing non-conformances and enhance productivity. The role involves identifying issues in manufacturing processes and suggesting improvements based on data analysis.

The ideal candidate will possess an associate's degree or a high school degree with 4 years of experience in manufacturing. Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office is crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of direct manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify and correct manufacturing process non-conformances.
• Research data to determine causes of plant non-conformances.
• Prepare capital equipment requests.
• Investigate and develop new technology for process improvement.

Skills

Proficient with SAP

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in a technical field

High-school degree with 4 years of manufacturing experience

Job description

Technical Specialist

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Technical Specialist will investigate manufacturing non-conformances, plan and direct corrective action procedures, and identify new processes and technology to improve productivity.

Responsibilities

• Identify and correct special causes of manufacturing process non‑conformances and internal rejections.
• Research manufacturing data and reports to determine causes of plant non‑conformances and rejections and initiate improvements that enhance plant performance.
• Use rejection data, yield, and productivity data to find opportunities for improvement in plant work centers.
• Prepare capital equipment requests for replacement of existing manufacturing equipment and purchase of new equipment.
• Identify safety and environmental issues.
• Investigate and develop new testing equipment or technology for process improvement; contact vendors, investigate alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Coordinate inter‑plant activities to improve overall production performance.
• Maintain awareness of safe work practices and prevent conditions that may result in unsafe situations or harm the environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a technical field or high‑school degree with a minimum of 4 years of direct manufacturing experience.
• Proficient with SAP and Microsoft Office.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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