Continuous Technical Lead I - D Shift (7:30PM - 7:45AM - 4 on/ 4 off)

Continuous Technical Lead I - D Shift (7:30PM - 7:45AM - 4 on / 4 off) Job Category: Production Requisition Number: TECHN002940 Shift: D-Shift (7:30PM-7:45AM 4 on / 4 off) Locations: Showing 1 location Job Summary Technical leaders concentrate on technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. Essential Duties and Responsibilities A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover, set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager. T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system. U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift. V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), G5S (Global 5S) and Kaizen activities, as needed. W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials. X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. Required Competencies A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal/external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with regulations; identifies unsafe conditions and takes corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Applies functional and technical knowledge in one’s area of specialty; uses personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to core values; accepts responsibility for actions and decisions; is trusted and honest. E. Organizational Awareness: Uses knowledge of systems, procedures and culture to identify potential problems and opportunities. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; values diversity; emphasizes team success. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; encourages safety initiatives. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the combined efforts of the group to achieve goals safely. Qualifications A. Required Education and/or Experience

1. Must successfully complete all required job training.
2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
3. Six‑month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent.
4. CRC Bronze or above.

B. Required Language Skills

1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedures, and maintenance instructions.
2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers.

C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability

1. Ability to solve practical problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions supplied in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

E. Preferred Qualifications

1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License.
2. Knowledge of database software, inventory software, manufacturing software, spreadsheet software and word processing software.

Physical Demands A. May regularly stand, sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. B. May occasionally climb or balance; stoop, kneel or crouch. C. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. D. Must pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. Work Environment A. Frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat, and vibration. B. Noise level is usually moderate, occasionally loud. Safety Requirements / PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. Hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. C. Respirators, half‑mask cartridge respirators plus goggles, or full‑face cartridge respirators may be required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. Employment Disclaimer Employment with NGK is at will. This job description is not a written contract and is not a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.