Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Process Engineer in our Hendersonville, NC facility!
If you have the experience noted below and want to work with an innovative team and a great company, apply today!
Look at these PERKS and see why Kyocera is a great team to be on!
With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech Ceramics which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smartphones to space shuttles.
We have a wonderful and robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about on our site. Come find out why we have so many long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service). We are not only a great place to work, but also a great place to retire from! 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.
PAY RANGE = $69k to $100k/yr.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Process Engineer drives improvement and implementation of production processes and procedures. This position involves the setup of new production systems and the analyses of current systems. The Process Engineer takes on projects related to an improvement in production. They gain training from other engineers, outside vendors, and department managers, typically working closely with the production floor and may be assigned a variety of projects of moderate scope with limited supervision. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which suggestions can be made. May work closely with facilities and supply management when new parts or repairs are needed.
REQUIREMENTS
Requires 4-year degree in Engineering and 2+ years of engineering experience in a production environment with process and equipment.
Hands-on mechanical and analytical experience in a lab or production environment.
Ability to manage assigned projects and follow through on process improvement procedures.
Knowledge of ceramic and industrial parts processing and properties is preferred.
Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Principles.
Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface with customers and outside vendors, and to generate and deliver presentations to internal customers.
Eligible to work in an ITAR environment
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand; frequently required to reach with hands and arms; and occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by 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 may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
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 on 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. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.