With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics used in various industries including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video!

Look at these PERKS!

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Pension
• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid time off to Volunteer, paid Leave options, Tuition Reimbursement, and employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Many of our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and even employee gardens.

We strive to have a diverse workforce made up of people from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and veterans, who bring their experience to support the innovation and quality that Kyocera is known for.

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: https://global.kyocera.com/inamori/philosophy/. Our company motto is “Do the right thing as a human being,” and we try to use that in our decision-making constantly.

Summary

Pay Range - $71,000 – $90,000 (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)

The position will be a key member of the internal audit function for Kyocera International, Inc. The position will work closely with the Quality Systems Manager in strengthening the company's internal audit program, change management, system implementation, and general process controls. The individual will audit internal operations to ensure the adequacy of internal controls and evaluate operational effectiveness and efficiency. 

Qualifications

• Executing audit programs, preparing audit reports, documenting findings, performing data analysis, and communicating recommendations for improvements.
• Ability to prioritize workload, and meet deadlines
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, while also successfully executing independent assignments
• Analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal control processes
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions
• Willingness to participate in the development or modification of audit programs to effectively and efficiently test key controls
• Ability to assess risks
• Ability to formalize audit observations and draft reports

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan Audits.
• Perform Audits.
• Draft and Finalize Audit Reports.
• Conduct training as applicable on the requirements of the ISO standards
• Support/Lead annual ISO recertifications
• Assist with the development of Control Plans
• Lead PFMEA meetings and create improvement plans based on RPN
• Develop training presentations and provide training on problem-solving topics such as
  • PFMEA
  • DMAIC
  • Control plans
  • Six Sigma
  • 5-Whys
  • 8D

Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Four-year technical degree (i.e. bachelor's) or equivalent experience required in such fields as engineering, science, computer engineering, etc, plus 2-5 years of related experience and/or training. ISO 9001/14001/45001 Auditor certification from an accredited company, Lead Auditor certification preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the work performed by the people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time.

This position will require exposure to information subject to US export control regulations, i.e. the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc.'s Human Resources team directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.