Knowles Corporation · 3 hours ago
Sr. Ceramic Process Engineer
Cazenovia, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKnowles Corporation is seeking a Sr. Ceramic Process Engineer to lead tasks and projects in ceramic plate fabrication. The role focuses on driving yield improvements, mentoring other engineers, and ensuring process efficiency through collaboration and data-driven decision-making.
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
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
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
Preferred
Experience in total quality, six sigma or other similar environments
Company
Knowles Corporation
Knowles is a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components.
10001+ employees
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