Ceramic Engineer Resume Samples

Description :

1. Worked in close collaboration with other engineering teams, Supply Chain, Operations, Sales and Quality in the launch of new products and the manufacturing support and improvement of existing products.
2. Developed and designed tools and fixtures, researches and specifies manufacturing machinery, equipment and systems.
3. Created and maintained accurate mechanical drawings, schematics, technical specifications and manufacturing process documentation.
4. Provided documentation and training on assembly methods, test procedures and production equipment.
5. Conducted failure analyses to resolve manufacturability or quality issues.
6. Provided technical assistance in matters of applications, products, materials, equipment and processes.
7. May travelled up to 10% to visit customers, vendors, suppliers, other company locations, affiliates, attend technical meetings, trade shows or conferences.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

BS In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Will worked with enabling technologies such magnetics assembly and automated fluid dispensing integrated with PCB and SMT technologies.
2. Developed cost effective electronics packaging improvements to existing methods and works efforts for new products.
3. Wrote technical reports and prepares presentations for peer review covering process development activities and next generation processing methods to supporting technologies that our customers use in application such as cloud servers, autonomous vehicles, military and industrial equipment.
4. Implemented and managed real time SPC and utilize Six Sigma tools such as PFMEAs to implement meaningful process controls.
5. Supported the organizational goal of Automotive Readiness in preparation for IATF 16949 Certification.
6. Monitored line yield, scrap and equipment utilization on a daily basis.
7. Worked independently as well as lead cross-functional development teams using DMAIC process.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Ceramic Science

Description :

1. Developed new or enhanced Ceramic processes related to specific areas of manufacturing such as Powder synthesis and powder processing methods, Ceramic Body Forming, Ceramic Sintering, and/or a variety of Post Foundry production operations to provide products that meet form, fit and function for our customers.
2. Defined processing or handling equipment requirements and specifications, and reviews processing techniques and methods applied in the manufacture, fabrication, and evaluation of Ceramic products.
3. Coordinated the design requirements and collaborates with Sales, Quality and Product Development to ensure compatibility of processing methods.
4. Compiled and evaluated material characteristics and electrical test data to determine appropriate limits and variables for process or material specifications and may conceive and plan projects involving definition and selection of new concepts, equipment technology, tooling and tooling design, kiln and firing techniques and associated refractory materials.
5. Implemented improvements, make process changes through established change controls, and ensures the processes meet required yields and material performance requirements.
6. Defined and established Process Documentation, including Work Instructions and Process Controls.
7. Collaborated with the Manufacturing teams to support required KPIs, Goals and Objectives and makes Problem Solving a priority for Manufacturing support.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Master Of Business Administration

Description :

1. Gathered qualitative retention data by conducting and analysing employee stay/ exit interviews.
2. Learned details of employment laws and regulations.
3. Communicated effectively with a wide range of individuals in written, oral and interpersonal form.
4. Worked collaboratively as part of a fast-paced team, with strong personal organisation, poise and, professionalism.
5. Stayed organised and paying attention to detail in a fast-paced environment that requires multi-tasking.
6. Achieved results through team efforts, challenging established practices and, drawing relevant conclusions.
7. Managed confidential information.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Ceramic Science

Description :

1. Properly staged cylinders and loading into press.
2. Assisted the Press Operator at the printing press with registration, setting pressures, and cleaning.
3. Properly recycled inks at the end of the run.
4. Maintained the waste water system.
5. Maintained all documentation.
6. Loaded and unloaded containers/trailers.
7. Assembled and disassembled cylinders, crating and labelling crates for shipment.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BS In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Assisted in the disassembling, cleaning and reassembling of containment units at the press.
2. Inked barrel washing, barrel wash cleaning and returning barrels to the hold location.
3. Assisted in Proofing and placement of cylinders while proofing.
4. Washed cylinders after proofing and placing cylinders back in the rack locations.
5. Inspected and reported any issues with electric pallet jacks or Lift trucks daily.
6. Coordinated with production training leaders to support and coach new hires for on ton-the-jobformance.
7. Served as an employee ambassador for both new hires and tenured employees to answer questions and provide feedback.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

M.S. In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Coordinated and assisted with all aspects of HR processes including annual benefits enrolment, performance management cycle, HR policies and procedures, communication, etc.
2. Handled the pressures of a fast-paced work environment, work long hours, and handle manual labor.
3. Stayed focused and on task for extended periods of time.
4. Desired to learn and grow.
5. Taken direction and constructive feedback for improved performance.
6. Willing to communicated and resolved conflicts in a positive manner.
7. Embraced and embody A2Ds philosophy and values at all times.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

B.S. In Materials Science

Description :

1. Conducted electrical testing of devices using a wide range of electronic test equipment at cryogenic, room and elevated temperatures.
2. Being in controlled of how much money you make.
3. Developed life-long knowledge and valuable skills.
4. Performed advanced Easyrent functions: create staff Easyrent profiles, create/edit rental articles, inventory management, reporting, IT troubleshooting, and reservation management.
5. Worked directly with the Team Leads to implement and uphold rental and tuneshop processes.
6. Assessed customer needs and offer the proper advice on tune shop services, repairs, and rental equipment.
7. Performed regular audits on tuneshop forms and ensure that all Technicians are filling them out correctly.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

B.S. In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Performed basic Retail Pro functions: Inventory searches, cash register duties, creating customer profiles, and tag printing.
2. Performed advance level boot fitting skills: in depth heat molding, adjust canting, cut/fit insoles, modify shells, and create custom foot beds.
3. Worked effectively on the retail floor as needed and meet the standards laid out for all entry level Associates.
4. Experienced working as a Next Adventure Technician or equivalent.
5. Performed any type of ski binding mount.
6. Operated tune-shop machinery: base grinder, stone grinder, edging machines/tools, base/edge repair tools, waxing tools and robot tuning machines.
7. Worked under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Ceramic Science

Description :

1. Enjoyed and thrived working with a team.
2. Ability to assessed equipment damage and provide recommendations to repair.
3. Light to moderated lifting, with reasonable accommodation.
4. Anticipated, met and/or exceeded customer needs, wants and expectations.
5. Cooperated with others to meet objectives.
6. Readily modified, responded and adapted to change with minimal resistance.
7. Taked initiative to regularly learn new concepts, technologies and/or methods.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

G.E.D

Description :

1. Supervised production of glaze department and glaze line hourly employees.
2. Liaison-ed between, plant, office and sales.
3. Responsible for updating glaze department records, meeting tight schedule deadlines while maintaining product quality.
4. Worked with sales to develop and create new products to perform as specified by customers.
5. Conducted safety meetings with employees and maintain and update MSDS sheets.
6. Troubleshoot and solved production problems related to the manufacturing of products.
7. Developed new processes and formulas which increase production, reduce net costs and improve product quality.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

BS In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Responsible for creating necessary paperwork (work instructions, quality checklists, inspection forms, etc.) for new and modified parts, designing and purchasing needed tooling.
2. Initiated and completed projects to reduce scrap, reduce cycle time, improve quality, and reduce cost.
3. Developed Tooling System for Manual Drill Press that reduced Setup Time from 1+ hour to 10 minutes.
4. Reduced Setup Scrap to near zero.
5. Standardized Design of Extrusion Press Tooling Systems.
6. Reduced design time to 30 minutes per tool Researched and introduced new material choices and suppliers for tooling to reduce tooling wear and part replacement Developed computer based paperwork for new and modified parts (work instructions, quality checklists, final inspection reports, etc.).
7. Conceived of and designed new geometry of Tile Setter Pin for sale to specialty tile producers.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Ceramic Science

Description :

1. Developed a spreadsheet to record and track shrinkage behavior of all material compositions.
2. Reorganized tooling and manufacturing computer files for parts for ease of access.
3. Completed the development of three new product lines of residential and commercial floor and wall tile.
4. Ensured the successful and timely introduction of new laboratory developments into production by in-plant supervision and training of personnel.
5. Investigated and recommended technical developments that may be incorporated into new products or processes.
6. Designed, scheduled, and provided input for new products.
7. Made recommendations on design, scheduling, and production of new products from a manufacturing point of view.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

Master Of Business Administration

Description :

1. Reduced cost of gazes by redeveloping colors with lower opacifier levels.
2. Developed process to use clay slurries in place of bulk semi-dried clays.
3. Altered job procedures and processing methods to lower personal exposure levels to silica.
4. Fine-tuned Cast Shop control of heat and humidity by using key molds located throughout dept.
5. Reduced variations in casting by controlling slip temperature and rheology to narrow parameters.
6. Conducted safety training for all new employees.
7. Handled the coordination of manufacturing efforts in color development for new product introductions.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Ceramic Science

Description :

1. Created, maintained and updated firing treatment programs.
2. Managed production information and reconciled product location and treatments.
3. Serviced and calibrated burners to ensure proper flame and air flow rates.
4. Generated Annual Emission Reports for state federal EPA reporting.
5. Established and maintained spreadsheets to calculate stack emissions.
6. Compiled quality checks to identify problems and improve reproducibility.
7. Developed new colors and several top-selling products for residential use.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BS In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Reported to Plant Manager.
2. Responsible for managing a 35-employee high alumina refractory manufacturing facility.
3. Identified reasons for high scrap losses, implemented appropriate quality control measures and improved profitability by reducing rework.
4. Motivated manufacturing team of two supervisors and about 20 workers to reducing cost and cycle time.
5. Improved teamwork philosophy through improved communication at all levels.
6. Arranged technical meetings between various manufacturing departments and R&D center to set short and long term goals.
7. Optimized a proprietary eco-friendly material which is produced through a novel processing method.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

M.S. In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Coordinated, conducted and evaluated product reliability testing.
2. Supported for Mexico facility.
3. Applications Engineer Managed and facilitated projects for new assemblies from design phase into production.
4. Processed Engineer Performed both manufacturing engineering and design engineering for product line representing 2 million annual sales.
5. Worked closely with both Manufacturing and Sales.
6. Trouble-shoot and assisted a private company on an industrial level for the up-scaling of this process and product Characterized ceramic components in order to improve final product.
7. Gained mastery over ceramic processing methods, namely; slip casting, vibro-casting, green pressing, and powder processing.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

B.S. In Materials Science

Description :

1. Performed safety training as well as maintained programs and MSDS.
2. Performed the modification of new product modeling standards by categories of china plumbing products.
3. Created fund requisitions for new product development tooling and prototypes.
4. Directed more than 70 union employees, four foreman, and one co-op student.
5. Reduced staffing requirements 24% and improved product flow through the calculation of labor requirements and alternative process flow layouts for the conversion of a seven-day, non-continuous shift operation.
6. Led the implementation of a product bar code system, provided assistance with process problems, and aided in statistical process control.
7. Enhanced the bisque glaze and clay body interface through the introduction of new glazing method, which resulted in reduced defects and improved aesthetics.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

B.S. In Ceramic Engineering

Description :

1. Reduced cost of gazes by redeveloping colors with lower opacifier levels.
2. Developed process to use clay slurries in place of bulk semi-dried clays.
3. Altered job procedures and processing methods to lower personal exposure levels to silica.
4. Fine-tuned Cast Shop control of heat and humidity by using key molds located throughout dept.
5. Reduced variations in casting by controlling slip temperature and rheology to narrow parameters.
6. Conducted safety training for all new employees.
7. Handled the coordination of manufacturing efforts in color development for new product introductions.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BS In Ceramic Science

Description :

1. Designed new piezo-electric transducers for the defense, industrial and aerospace markets.
2. Designed and selected of piezo-ceramic components useful for transducer/sensor design.
3. Analyzed of transducer output/sensitivity, noise, resonances, etc., necessary to characterize a transducer.
4. Provided mechanical design expertise to support the production of piezo-electric products.
5. Performed value analysis during the product design phase while optimizing product development costs.
6. Coordinated projects and tasks with other Mechanical, Electrical, and Manufacturing Engineers to complete assignments and projects on schedule.
7. Improved mechanical designs of existing transducers to reduce cost and improve the manufacturing process.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

G.E.D