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Knowles Precision Devices · 1 month ago

Sr. Ceramic Process Engineer

Cazenovia, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$90K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

Knowles Precision Devices is seeking a Senior Ceramic Process Engineer to support front-end ceramic processing and manufacturing. The role involves managing and implementing processes to improve part quality, throughput, and yields while mentoring other engineers in the Front End group.

ElectronicsIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform and lead tasks, projects and all processes for plate ceramic plate fabrication in support of manufacturing (batching, casting, green plate fab, bake out, firing and finishing

Focus will be on driving yields improvements and process efficiency

Instill proper data collection and statistical process control

Through expertise and the above, guide improvements to production processes

Mentor and guide other process engineers in this group

High level of collaboration with Ceramics and Process Transfer Teams, and with Front End Operations Supervisor, directed towards process improvements

Significant collaborative engagement with engineers in back end processing (such as metallization) to help ensure that process improvements are fully vetted through final product

Provide and execute qualification plans for process improvements

Provide and execute qualification plans for new equipment

Update operators (and technicians) on procedure changes, production and quality issues

Direct, train, and transfer skills/knowledge to operator, engineers and engineering technicians

Investigate new suppliers, technologies for improving production, quality, end cost and throughput

Evaluate impact of Preventative Maintenance on yield/quality and co-ordinate execution of P.M. schedules; evaluate all maintenance and its possible indicators of problems

Assist Purchasing, Maintenance, and Operations to determine proper purchase/supply of spare parts, maintenance equipment, and manufacturing equipment

Update procedures based on changes in manufacturing or engineering improvements as well as environmental issues (ISO9001, ISO14001)

Execute FMEA, SPC, MSA processes

Conduct problem troubleshooting (fishbone analysis etc)

Qualification

Ceramic process engineeringData managementStatistical process controlMaterials scienceTotal quality managementSelf-directedCommunication skillsProblem solvingAttention to detail

Required

BS or MS degree in engineering with an emphasis in materials science, ceramic, or process engineering

5 years successful ceramic process engineering experience with a high performing passive components company (including direct experience with ceramic processes noted above)

Serve as a key subject matter expert in ceramic processing for the KCC site

Strong data management skills (data management, interpretation and SPC evaluations to guide improvements)

Self-directed, highly professional and collaborative

Direct engagement with process transfer group

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail and propensity for accuracy of work product

Accountability to the timelines of task completion

Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced workplace

Strong problem solving skills