NGK Ceramics USA, Inc. · 1 month ago
Dimension Control Tech -Shift (Tue-Fri - 1st wk /Wed-Sat 2nd wk - Hrs - 5:00am-3:30pm)
Mooresville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expNGK Ceramics USA, Inc. is seeking a Dimension Control Technician to support the manufacturing of ceramic products. The role involves performing shrinkage control sampling and testing, as well as inspecting and repairing cradles used in the extrusion process.
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Responsibilities
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
Checks cradles by visually inspecting and touching for damages such as burrs, bubbles, frayed corners, loose bumpers, etc
Inspects cradles using micrometers, calipers and other measuring devices
Operates HAAS CNC Mill, hot cutting knife, and hot wire cutting machine
Checks inventories to ensure that sufficient supplies are available for upcoming product runs; notifies supervisor if materials need to be ordered
Assembles and repairs cradles, bumpers and screws
Enter data into company’s information systems: Infinity, spreadsheets, etc
Uses caution when using cutting instruments; uses proper lifting techniques
Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) activities as needed
Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials
Qualification
Required
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
Must 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)
20/20 vision (natural or corrected vision)
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Preferred
Certified Production Technician program completion
Company
NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.
NGK CERAMICS USA, INC.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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2023-03-24
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