Materials Production Technician II

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Job Title

Materials Production Technician II

Responsible for analyzing, controlling, and releasing material in the production of high-quality ceramics or other related material. Assists Materials Engineering to develop and integrate new systems analyses, materials, equipment, products or processes.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Follow all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) procedures as required. Identify opportunities for safety improvements.
• Performs shrinkage/characterization, in-coming material or in-process testing (i.e. moisture, slip density, viscosity, particle size, surface area).
• Communicates technical issues, process and material deviations and equipment challenges in a timely manner to all pertinent personnel (operator, technicians, engineering and/or management team members)
• Acts as a quality control gatekeeper to assure all processes are properly followed and materials are manufactured to defined product requirements.
• Assists in analyzing/troubleshooting systems, processes, product or equipment against the desired results.
• Support engineering to resolve technical issues.
• Utilizes basic math skills to calculate values including but not limited to averages, volumes, weights, densities, and process/material adjustments
• Capable in utilizing manufacturing computers to accurately gather, maintain, and present specified records of technical data in Microsoft Excel or similar formats. 
• Uses SPC and technical programs to perform basic process evaluation and troubleshooting
• Continuously identifies and suggests process improvements pertaining to safety, quality, efficiency, and costs.
• Exhibits troubleshooting skills on specific equipment in area of responsibility; cleans and performs preventative maintenance as required.
• Works independently on assigned projects or as a member of a cross-functional team.
• May set up production machines and test equipment and troubleshoot when abnormalities arise
• Supports hands-on training with other AMP Technicians (levels I and II); including utilizing external resources/manufacture as needed.
• Implement and utilize 6S and Gemba practices to maintain functional and clean work areas.
• Reviews procedural documents and processes to ensure mutual alignment.
• Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned.
• May work any and all shifts/days as required.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma GED or equivalent

Experience:

• Typical 2 years’ experience in AMP processes and/or similar material processes.

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Communication: Shares information, ideas, feelings, and observations clearly and persuasively, while also taking the time to listen and respond to others.
• Time Management: Prioritizes and plans tasks to achieve goals and uses time effectively to meet set targets
• Detail Oriented: Ability to understand and act on verbal and written instructions. Consistently completes tasks with precision by identifying relevant aspects crucial to achieving high-quality outcomes.
• Technology Use: Ability and willingness to learn and navigate various devices and software programs including touchscreen technology.
• Data Fluency: Intermediate understanding and practical application of Statistical Process Controls.
• Mathematical Reasoning: Intermediate math is used to calculate surfaces, volumes, weights, densities and various other measures.
• Adaptability: Must be able to support change implementation and work effectively with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Position Specific Physical Requirements:

• The ability to lif