Overview

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

Key Figures: Revenue £1,112m (2022), ~8,500 employees, manufacturing in 30 countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Responsibilities

Major Responsibilities

The candidate will lead the standardization of manufacturing processes and products as part of a capacity optimization and business continuity/risk mitigation initiative. The candidate will collaborate with leadership to support these activities within the Hayward facility and other locations in the business. The position will require coordination between the development and manufacturing teams across multiple locations. The candidate will assist in developing production processes as needed to support product launches.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Others may be assigned):

• Process Development
• Captures all aspects existing manufacturing process related to product transfer, including fixturing, tooling, cycle times, router/process steps, materials, programs, and process documentation.
• Qualifies processes and leads needed changes and improvements during the qualification phase of part launches.
• Conducts training on applicable topics with the manufacturing teams related to technology transfer.
• Quality
• Develops Quality programs, sampling plans for part visual and dimensional requirements. Data collection through spreadsheets, and electronic data storage.
• Understands Geometric Dimensioning and tolerance, Measurement Systems Analysis, and validates test equipment through statistical techniques (i.e. Gage R&R, Gage Linearity, etc).
• Other
• Performs all duties and responsibilities with a safety mindset and in accordance with all safety rules and regulations.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 4 to 10 years related experience and/or training.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing systems.
• Prior experience in CNC manufacturing.
• Prior experience in new product development.
• Prior experience in Statistical Process Control.
• Prior experience in LEAN manufacturing preferred with emphasis on value stream mapping and single-minute exchange of die.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work well with subordinates, peers, and superiors in all departments of the Company. Must have good time management, planning, and negotiation skills. Must adhere to all Company policies.

Language Skills

Conversational Spanish language skills preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and part drawings. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively and deliver presentations before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Training in statistics in school and on-the-job strongly preferred.

Computer and Software Skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel; Minitab, 3D Design Suite (CAD), CNC & Mastercam preferred.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and engineering drawings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work performed in an office and factory settings. Exposure to the manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment. Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, and odors. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting up to 20 lbs as required.

Additional Notes

Some travel may be required (up to 20%).

Qualifications

Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to wear appropriate PPE to protect against occasionally exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Morgan is proud to offer its employees with the following:

• Great opportunity with training provided for advancement.
• Benefits start on first day of regular full-time employment.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K,
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick time.
• Quarterly Bonus

Salary range: $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year Plus 10 % Bonus 

Individual must be a:

• Citizen of the United States, or
• Permanent resident alien of the United States, or
• Protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

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