Momentive Technologies · 1 day ago
Senior Global Furnace Engineer
Hebron, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expMomentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials and products. The Senior Global Furnace Engineer, Quartz is responsible for serving as the global process expert for the 214 draw processes in the Quartz business unit, focusing on technological advancement and maintaining manufacturing platform robustness.
Glass Ceramics & Concrete
Responsibilities
Drive continuous improvement opportunities for quartz draw furnace performance, inclusive of larger scale yield challenges, asset reliability (including obsolescence concerns), gaging, and foundational design
Analyze and improve performance tracking of running furnaces, identify variation sources, and implement action plans through partnership with manufacturing teams to improve furnace yields
Provide technical support to global manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and/or optimize/standardize global furnace assets, processes, and procedures
Develop a cadence of ongoing furnace training with global teams to bolster operational expertise among manufacturing resources and establish/maintain standard processes across sites
Partner with maintenance teams to develop preventative maintenance strategies and repair plans
Collaborate with tungsten engineer on new set-up design including assembly and part drawings, BOM’s, machining and fabrication instructions
Integrate all critical documents into quality management system
Create/update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all furnace setup processes and generate safety job instructions
Participate in new tool design reviews; Manage all engineering test requests and management of change (MOC) process, both internally and externally
Review part prints for accuracy, tolerance feasibility, and material specifications
Create RFQ's; send to venders for tooling and capital quotes, analyze the quotes, make the recommendations to Purchasing
Develop contingency plan for single source operations and materials; manage validation plans for associated qualifications/changes
Communicate the quality requirements that are needed to meet expectations for furnace set-ups
Lead strategic programs related to critical furnace materials
Discover process differences between the three global furnace operations, test each method, and train each site on which method is the best practice
Oversee Furnace trials and testing to ensure accuracy of the test and results
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BS degree in engineering or related field, preferred Mechanical or Glass Engineering
Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing work environment (required)
Strong leadership and motivation skills within all layers of the business
Collaborative style to pull expertise and feedback on challenges from internal teams and work together to generate/action solutions
Confident communications, both written and verbal
Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Proven organization skills, both in staffing and logistics within a manufacturing environment
Preferred
MS or MBA
Six Sigma Greenbelt certification (preferred), with solid statistical analysis and problem-solving expertise
SAP experience (or comparable ERP knowledge)
Working knowledge of Solid Works and/or CAD
Benefits
Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
401(k) plan with Company Match
Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Company
Momentive Technologies
Momentive Technologies delivers purity that inspires progress. Leveraging a nearly 75-year legacy of innovation.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Martin Panchula
Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Brian D. Kozak
GLOBAL BUSINESS DIRECTOR- ENGINEERED COATINGS TECHNOLOGIES
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2025-08-08
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