Date Posted: 7/27/2023
Date Removed: 8/3/2023
Position: Material Control Engineer
Department: Material Control
Pay Grade: (Must be below this pay grade to post for position) Exempt 05
Shift: 1st Shift
Reminder: If you apply for a position and it is offered to you, and you decline the position, you will have to wait 6 months before posting for another position.
Posting for a position after the deadline will disqualify you. (If posting is not able to be removed as soon as the 5pm deadline.)
This is promotional bid system. If posting for this position, you must be at least one pay grade below this. If unsure of your current pay grade, call HR or speak with your supervisor.
This requisition will be posted on the NGK recruiting board for 7 days. Members should also consider the following requirements before applying for a position.
You must be on your current job for one (1) year if your job grade is a 7 or lower. You must be on your current job for a minimum of two (2) years for job grades 8 or higher due to the more technical nature of the jobs. No disciplinary actions within the last year (low level points warnings may be waived if there are special circumstances that can be, or are, documented). Meet the minimum requirements of the open job description. Completion of the current learner’s assessment and other training requirements. Completed Career Readiness Certificate (CRC).Members should be mindful of the shift, area, and job duties before applying for a job as not to risk a six-month waiting period to apply for a future opportunity. The member should carefully consider all these factors to avoid rejecting a job offer.
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I. POSITION SUMMARY
Process engineer supporting the efficient operation of our ceramic material departments by driving continuous improvement through studying new technology or by member suggestions.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DEPENDING ON SPECIFIC MATERIAL ENGINEER ASSIGNMENT (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned):
Provides Process Engineering support for three materials departments
Approves incoming and pre-shipment raw materials for use at NGK USA
Updates department procedures, work instructions, and forms
Champions or participates in continuous improvement projects related to material production areas.
Could be selected to be the Radiation Safety Officer requiring outside training / certification.
Participates in G5S / Kaizen teams
Champions or participates in completing special projects to provide support for NGK USA.
Maintains NGK USA batch proportions and bill of materials.
Conducts line tests and writes reports to test and document new materials, process supplies, or operating parameters.
Submits Process Change requests to obtain official approval to change a process parameter.
Participates or champions weekly quality improvement meetings for department depending on specific job assignment.
Creates computer programs to aid in testing of NGK’s products.
Creates reports for Quality Assurance or Material Control, both in US and Japan. .
Communicates clearly and professionally with other NGK plants and equipment suppliers via email, phone, or reports.
Maintains databases used for raw material quality and for assisting with shrinkage control.
Works with Maintenance and Facilities Engineering to install new equipment or make repairs to existing equipment.
Works with related departments to drive global powder processing and weighing improvements.
Participates in auditing raw material and/or equipment suppliers
Learn operational principles of laboratory test equipment and material processing equipment
III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The Material Engineer has no supervisory responsibilities.
IV. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Customer Focus, Integrity and Accountability, Respect and Humility, Teamwork, Communication, Decision Making and Problem Solving, Dependability / Self-Management, Interpersonal Skills, Motivation and Commitment, Safety & Environmental Awareness & Compliance
V. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and/or Experience.
1. Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from accredited college or university preferably in Material Engineering, Materials Science (composites or ceramics), or Chemical Engineering is preferred. Experience with ceramics a plus.
Required Language Skills
1. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
2. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers.
Required Mathematical Skills
1. Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Required Reasoning Ability
1. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
2. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Other Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Proficient working knowledge of MS Office, Minitab, and business intelligence software, a plus.
2. Must be able to work in a team setting with individuals of different educational and work experience and expertise.
3. Must be able to manage their time and priorities to complete projects and tasks on time and correctly.
4. Ability to conduct oneself professionally when in the office and when representing NGK on company business trips.
Travel Requirements
1. Some domestic and international travel is required (< 10%).
VI. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and will be determined on a case by case basis):
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; and sit.
The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
VII. WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work in typical office conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
VIII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE
A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property.
B. Safety glasses with side shields are required while inside the plant.
C. Safety glasses, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, goggles and/or full face shield are required while performing certain duties of this job.
D. Task appropriate gloves or mitts (e.g. latex gloves, cloth gloves, or heat resistance gloves) are required while performing certain job duties.
E. Respirators may be required while performing certain job duties.
IX. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER
This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
10/8/2021 added face masks to PPE. JA
5/24/2023 removed face masks, added safety glasses required. MSB