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Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $75,000 to $95,000

JOB SUMMARY:

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager directs the organization’s safety, environmental, and sanitation programs to protect employees’ safety, minimize environmental impacts, and reduce risk and liability for the company. This position also ensures compliance with federal and state safety, environmental, and safety regulations.

The EH&S Manager is responsible for providing and promoting environmental health and safety leadership in education, engineering, behavior, culture, and performance through employee engagement and accountability. Act as a change agent committed to accelerating process improvements within the EHS program to support the employees and business in achieving its objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Overall responsibility for developing and implementing safety programs, policies, and procedures for all functions within STC.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and advises the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) of emerging environmental health, safety, and welfare legislation.
Maintain all required environmental, health, and safety record-keeping required by federal, state, local, and/or STC.
Manage campus wide service contracts regarding safety, environmental, hygienics, and grounds

Directly manages the facilities cleaners, including training, talent management (performance evaluations, counseling/coaching) and the team’s daily work priorities.

Maintains STC’s EH&S related statistics and metrics, providing analysis of the data for process improvements.
Manages and prioritizes L2L’s safety and health tickets
Maintains STC’s building entrance and vending machines Fob’s.
Review needs, implement, and manage plans and programs that drive employee engagement and positive safety culture across the organization.
Maintains STC’s emergency management program, including fulfilling the role of the first point of contact during an emergency event.
Manages weekly management safety/quality floor audits and inspections, which includes reporting and educating.

Develop and implement operational safety performance criteria, including supervisory performance metrics focused on incident and injury reduction and safety culture/best practices implementation.
Establish standards of cleanliness and ensure that the facility is maintained accordingly

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, EHS, engineering, or related field preferred.
2-5 years of experience leading and improving safety performance and regulatory compliance.
Must have a working knowledge of OSHA and other federal and state safety regulations.
Must have prior experience in developing, managing, and facilitating safety programs

Experience leading incident investigations while determining root causes and identifying opportunities to improve and prevention measures.

Must possess good, proven hazard and risk recognition and mitigation skills.

This position requires speaking to, influencing, and motivating both large and small groups at all levels of the organization.

Strong, clear, and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Project management and leadership skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is normally performed on site at STC’s office in St. Albans, Vermont. Work hours will vary depending on production needs. Work is generally performed on the shop floor, which can be noisy and dusty, as well as hot during the summer. Proper safety equipment is provided by STC where necessary. Desk work is performed in a climate-controlled environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work involves standing and walking on cement floors throughout the day. Some desk time working at the computer can be expected, but the emphasis will be on walking the floor to ensure that the production schedule is being maintained. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work may include occasional pushing, pulling, or carrying objects weighing approximately 40 pounds such as baskets, parts,

STC is an equal opportunity employer and offers employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

Job Summary:

Skilled craftsperson responsible for keeping machines, mechanical equipment, and the general STC facility in good condition.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform one or all the following types of maintenance work:
Electrical, plumbing, welding, fabrication, and carpentry
Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that production machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
Repair or replace defective equipment parts and reassemble equipment to working
Diagnose mechanical problems, determine how to correct them, and repair as
Move and relocate current machinery and install new
Operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal
Paint and repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, drywall, and other parts of building structures.
Perform monthly inspections of fire extinguishers and emergency lights and address other safety concerns.
Operate a forklift and scissor lift.
Other maintenance duties as

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Some level of proficiency in one or all the following: electrical, plumbing, welding, fabrication, carpentry.
Proficiency in the use of a variety of tools ranging from common hand and power tools (hammers, saws, drills, and wrenches to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing
Hands-on mechanical ability
Ability to troubleshoot equipment
Understands controls systems on equipment
Good customer service skills to work effectively with co-workers and users of the equipment and the
Valid driver’s license required to drive STC vehicle locally

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Some work is performed on the production floor, which can be noisy and dusty, as well as hot during the summer. Some work will be performed outside, and climate will depend on season. Some work will be performed in a climate-controlled office. Proper personal protective equipment is provided by STC when necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work will be performed from a standing position. Work will require a large amount of walking. Work will include pushing, pulling, bending, lifting, and carrying large/awkward objects. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and push carts loaded with up to 200 lbs.

Superior Technical Ceramics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and offers employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

Sign-on Bonus: $10,000

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $75,000 minimum

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer II provides mechanical and industrial engineering support to improve product quality, process efficiency, and department productivity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Meets all of the essential functions and criteria of a Manufacturing Engineer Level 1
Subject-matter expert in at least one area or system.
Has working knowledge of other areas of specialization.
Able to effectively train people outside their work group.
Able to give effective presentations to critical/high-level customers, STC personnel/leadership, as well as fellow team-members.
Manages and communicates with suppliers and vendors through verbal and/or written documentation to maintain effective working relationships and develop new technology or process’.
Communicates with customers, as needed, in conjunction with the sales team to develop new products and provide innovative solutions to potential problems.
Participates in the talent acquisition process of other engineers or potential STC personnel.
Able to lead a cross-functional team on process improvement and/or research and development.
Other duties as required.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Meets all of the desired skills and experience criteria of a Manufacturing Engineer Level 1
BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Ceramic Engineering.
5-10 years minimum relevant manufacturing experience.
Initiates structured problem-solving techniques.
Leverages experience to come up with new ideas and improve on existing process’, as well as developing new ones.
Experience in supervision and leadership of technical personnel.
Strong, clear, and effective written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with the operation of production equipment
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Excellent time management skills
Strong organizational, analytical, and troubleshooting skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is normally performed on site in St. Albans, Vermont. Office work is performed in a climate-controlled office environment, but substantial time on the shop floor is required, which can be noisy and dusty, as well as hot during the summer. Proper safety equipment is provided by STC where necessary. Travel is anticipated to be a low percentage of time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work may involve standing and walking for moderate to lengthy periods of time, with some duties performed from a seated position. There is potential for eyestrain from reading detailed materials and computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work may include bending and squatting, as well as occasional lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs., or pushing/pulling carts loaded with up to 500 lbs.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Machine Operator runs the machines, such as lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and mechanical and isostatic presses, to efficiently produce quality ceramic components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Safely loads and unloads the production machines, presses
Runs the machines to make the finished product, staying focused despite the routine nature of the job
Checks the quality of the finished product using the tools assigned
Identifies non-conforming products and halts production when necessary
Fills out SPC (statistical process control) sheets when applicable
Keeps track of individual production by logging in/out of our MRP/Barcode system and counting completed parts
Reads and follows routing instructions, and brings finished parts to the next department.
Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to, performing a variety of other machining operations in any one of STC’s three production locations

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

1-2 years of prior machine operator/manufacturing experience a plus, or equivalent classroom experience
Ability to read calipers and micrometers
Attention to detail, with the ability to follow precise instructions and procedures
High comfort level working with computers
Ability to work independently, and under the pressure of deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is generally performed on the production floor and offices, which can be noisy, dusty, and hot during the summer. There may be periodic travel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work involves standing and walking for moderate periods of time, with some duties performed from a seated position. There is potential for eyestrain from reading detailed materials and computer screens. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work may include occasional lifting and carrying objects or pushing/pulling carts weighing approximately 50 pounds, such as products, tools, gages, and equipment. Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboards at a moderate skill level. Repetitive motion injuries may occur. Company will provide adaptive devices as needed. PPE provided as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $55,000 to $80,000

JOB SUMMARY:

The Material Planner is responsible for supporting the supply plans, translating demand into creating orders to support production, including materials management of raw & pack, work- in-process, excess, and obsolete inventory. The material planner’s responsibilities include determining material specifications, creating and maintaining inventory schedules, coordinating with internal departments, and managing external stakeholder relations. This role requires effective communication, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with suppliers, production teams, and other internal stakeholders. The Material Planner plays a critical role in maintaining optimal inventory levels while minimizing costs and ensuring uninterrupted production or operation activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inventory Planning and Management:

- Analyze demand patterns, production schedules, and inventory levels to determine optimal inventory targets and reorder points.
- Develop and maintain an effective inventory management system to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
- Coordinate with production teams and other stakeholders to forecast future material requirements and plan procurement accordingly.
- Regularly monitor and analyze inventory data, identify trends, and implement appropriate corrective actions to optimize inventory performance.

Production & R&D Support:

- Issue work orders and material to either production team or R&D team
- Create and issue material kits as needed
- Manage and run MRP system reports and act upon information to either buy more material or issue work orders to keep operations going
- Communicate forecasts and procurement plans effectively to internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure alignment and minimize supply chain disruptions.

Continuous Improvement:

- Monitor industry trends, technological advancements, and market conditions related to material procurement and planning.
- Identify and implement best practices, process improvements, and innovative strategies to optimize material management.
- Participate in cross-functional teams and projects focused on enhancing supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.

Procurement Management (limited or as required):

- Place purchase orders for materials based on production schedules, demand forecasts, and inventory levels.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials by closely monitoring supplier performance and addressing any issues that may arise.
- Collaborate with suppliers to optimize lead times, pricing, and quality while adhering to organizational policies and standards.
- Continuously evaluate and select alternative suppliers to maintain a diversified and competitive supply base.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven experience in material procurement, planning, and inventory management, preferably in a manufacturing or operational environment.
Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, procurement processes, and inventory control methods.
Proficient in using inventory management software, forecasting tools, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, perform trend analysis, and make data-driven decisions.
Strong negotiation and communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail, accuracy, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies is a plus.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Material Buyer/Planner role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.

Employment Eligibility:

Employment with STC Material Solutions may require or otherwise provide access to data and technology controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To ensure applicants will be able to carry out duties associated with employment, STC Material Solutions may offer employment only to applicants who qualify as a “U.S. person,” including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other “protected individuals,” as defined by applicable law. No sponsorship is available for this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is normally performed on site at STC Material Solutions office in Santa Ana, CA, but could require travel both domestic and international. Office work is performed in a climate-controlled office environment. Proper safety equipment is provided by STC Material Solutions when/where necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Office work involves standing and walking for brief periods, but most work is from a seated position. Travel work involves driving, flying, and walking with luggage. There is potential for eyestrain from reading detailed materials & computer screen. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods, travel and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Inspector position maintains quality standards by approving in-process production, finished products, and incoming materials and recording quality results.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Approves in-process production by confirming requirements and documented information; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating results to production personnel, as required.
• Approves finished products by confirming requirements and documented information; conducting visual and measurement tests; confirming non-compliant products are processed, re-processed, and/or reworked, if necessary, to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Approves incoming materials by confirming requirements and documented information; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting non-conforming materials and facilitating the return of that product with the appropriate documentation for the External Provider.
• Documents inspection results by completing appropriate documented information (e.g. inspection reports, logs, data, etc); inputs data into manufacturing and quality locations, as required.
• Ensures integrity and calibration of measurement equipment by following operating instructions and Quality Management System (QMS) documentation; notifying appropriate personnel when calibration concerns arise.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with all regulations.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications, etc.
• Supports and executes Quality Policy, Quality Objectives, and the organization’s mission.
• Inspection of the incoming, in process and final. Keep the records of the inspection.
• On-time completion of the inspection for no delays. Incoming, process and final inspections as required per drawings. Leak checking and maintain the leak detectors in good condition.
• Other related duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum high school education. Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings
• Understands quality terms, definitions, and concepts; understands principles of traceability.
• Understands statistical terms, plotting data, and identify deviated conditions.
• Familiar with measurement methods, techniques, and terminology.
• Understands the difference between precision and accuracy.
• Read and interpret drawings/blueprints, including an understanding of critical, major, and minor characteristics
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently.
• Excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to support AS9100 and/or ISO9001 Internal Auditor activities or equivalent experience.

The Quality Inspector position maintains quality standards by approving in-process production, finished products, and incoming materials and recording quality results.

The Quality Inspector will work to STC’s Quality principles

Right the First Time in everything we do and produce.
Agree what can be delivered in what timeframe and develop a plan on how delivery can be met.
Work co-operatively with all departments and parties to exceed customer expectations.
Always develop and execute a quality plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Approves in-process production by confirming requirements and documented information; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating results to production personnel, as required.
Approves finished products by confirming requirements and documented information; conducting visual and measurement tests; confirming non-compliant product is processed, re-processed, and/or reworked, if necessary, to ensure compliance with requirements.
Approves incoming materials by confirming requirements and documented information; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting non-conforming materials and facilitating the return of that product with the appropriate documentation for the External Provider.
Documents inspection results by completing appropriate documented information (e.g. inspection reports, logs, data, etc); inputs data into manufacturing and quality locations, using a computer as required.
Ensures integrity and calibration of measurement equipment by following operating instructions and Quality Management System (QMS) documentation; notifying appropriate personnel when calibration concerns arise.
Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with all regulations.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications, etc.
Supports and executes Quality Policy, Quality Objectives, and the organization’s mission.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed on site at STC’s facilities in St. Albans, Vermont, with minimal travel required. Time on the shop floor will be required, which can be noisy and dusty, as well as hot during the summer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work involves standing and walking for moderate periods of time, with some duties performed from a seated position. Deadlines, workloads during peak periods and changing priorities may cause increased stress levels. Work may include occasional lifting and carrying objects or pushing/pulling carts weighing approximately 50 pounds, such as products, tools, gages and some equipment. Repetitive motion injuries may occur. Company will provide adaptive devices as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE (Level 1)

High school diploma; AS in manufacturing/related field or equivalent job experience preferred.
Understands basic quality terms, definitions, and concepts.
Ability to perform non-destructive testing processes, including but not limited to dye penetrant inspection, electrical testing, special visual sorts including those with magnification, dimensional sorts, etc.
Familiar with measurement methods, techniques, and terminology.
Read and interpret drawings/blueprints including an understanding of critical, major, and minor characteristics.
Ability to read and understand specifications and standard is preferred.
Understand principles of traceability.
Ability to pass the STC Quality Math Test A with a minimum score of 80%.
Ability to successfully operate basic manual measuring equipment in the department with little to no supervision.
Work co-operatively with Quality Assurance personnel for continuous improvement of personal training and improvement of departmental processes.
Detail oriented and highly organized.
Experience recording data in computerized forms.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE (Level 2):

Includes Level 1 plus

· Minimum of 1 year experience at Level 1.

· Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings, standards, and specifications.

· Understands basic statistical terms, plotting data, and identify deviated conditions.

· Understands the difference between precision and accuracy.

· General knowledge of ASME Y14.5, working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and understand the x, y, z coordinate system.

· Ability to successfully operate all measuring equipment in the department with little to no supervision.

· Ability to work independently.

· Basic knowledge of calibration, and potentially able to train to perform hand tool calibration.

· External hire: 2-5 years’ experience in a quality role

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE (Level 3):

Includes Level 2 plus

· Minimum of 1 year experience at Level 2.

· Completion of STC Quality Assessment; including, but is not limited to, higher level math, GD&T, etc.

· Ability to become trained & demonstrate ability to perform in-house calibrations.

· External hire: 5+ years’ experience in a quality role

Superior Technical Ceramics is always interested in speaking with qualified candidates.

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