R&D Technician 1

Roles & Responsibilities:

- Works under limited supervision following approved work instructions in the creation and/or analysis ofhigh-qualityceramic productswith a focus on lapping and polishing.

- Assists in analyzing data, systems, processes, product or equipment, utilizing engineering principles; reporting results to customers or leadership as required. 

- Works independently on assigned projects, creating technical reports as required as well as identifying and suggesting solutions.

- Performs data gathering tasks requiring the use and application of appropriate software to accurately maintain specified records of technical data. 

- Interacts with internal customers; assists in reviewing or reporting findings of the analysis of ceramics or related materials. 

- Exhibits troubleshooting skills on specific equipment in area of responsibility; cleans and performs preventative maintenance as required. 

- Cross trainedon equipment and process operations and complies with customer specifications as well as quality and safety standards.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 years related work experience orBachelor’sdegree with 1 year of related workexperience.

Experience:

• Experienceoperatingmanufacturing equipmentpreferred. 

• Experience with lapping and polishing systems preferred but not required.

• Experience with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting preferred.

• Experience in a laboratory environment preferred.

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Intermediate math and writing skills and basic statistics knowledge required.

• Able to generate basic technical reports.

• Understands basic ceramic science principles for materials related to assigned projects and contributes appropriateobservations and offers solutions.

• Possess the ability to use the computer system for basic departmental functions.

• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds.

• Exhibits effective cooperation and communication skills to effectively work within a team environment.

Position Specific Physical Requirements:

• Required towear appropriate personal protective equipment at all timesin work areas.

• May be required to handle hazardous chemicals such as acids and solvents.

• May be required to wear a respirator (a medical evaluation will be required prior to fitting).

• May be required tolift upto 50 lbs.