Materials Science Engineer

Description:

• Assure and improve product and process quality by researching new raw materials and equipment; designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.

• Coordinate with the production floor and other departments in conjunction with R&D lab to schedule production scale tests done in a timely and effective manner.

• Evaluate and improve manufacturing efficiency by designing and conducting research activities conferring with equipment vendors and soliciting observations from operators.

• Develop or refine manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching designing modifying and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.

• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow space requirements and equipment layout.

• Assess processes taking measurements and interpreting data.

• Maintain a product and process data base

• Work with director of R&D and other department supervisors to get third party testing completed on new products or materials.

• Provides process documentation and operating instructions.

• Lead or be a member of a Kaizen team or Process Excellence Team to analyze and improve manufacturing cost and time constraints as well as identifying and adapting best practices amongst departments and facilities.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills:

• Proven work experience in process engineering.

• Excellent technical skills.

• Strong technical abilities to examine an organizations operating procedure and make recommendations on improvements.

• Familiarity with health and safety regulations.

• Ability to work effectively without direct supervision

• Lean manufacturing background a plus

• Six Sigma certification or experience a plus

• Strong communication

Physical Demands:

• Climbing bending standing walking at a brisk pace 8 hours a day squatting reaching pushing and pulling

• Lifting 80 pounds either alone or with the assistance of another employee in conformity with lifting techniques detailed in safety policies and training materials

• Dexterity with hands for use of tools

• Vision must be sufficient to see tools and equipment clearly

• Hearing with the use of ear protection

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in ceramic engineering materials science engineering or related industrial engineering fields.

• Relevant work experience in manufacturing is beneficial.

• 2 to 5 years experience in the ceramic tile industry is a plus.

• Strong verbal written analytical and presentation skills

• Proficiency in Word Excel Access and PowerPoint

• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check employment verification and drug screening

• Positive and Verifiable Work History

• Must follow safety guidelines and wear applicable safety equipment e.g. safety glasses side shields approved safety shoes and other PPE as needed

Mental Demands:

• Ability to function on a team or lead a team

• Creative thinking

• Analytical skills and problemsolving skills

• Communication skills

• Must pass a mandatory preemployment drug test physical and criminal background check.

Environmental Conditions: Plant conditions that include all extreme weather conditions (hot and cold) wet noisy and dusty environment. Office environment.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required