Quality Technician

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Thermal Ceramics division designs, manufactures and installs a broad range of thermal insulation products that significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions in a variety of high temperature processing applications. Our product offering is extensive and covers application needs from Industrial to Commercial markets.

Key Figures: Revenue £1,114.7m (2023), ~8,500 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Position Summary

The Quality Technician is a firm advocate of product quality within their assigned production area. They use specific measurement tools, test equipment, company guidelines, written specifications, and visual characteristics to make sure material produced meets specifications and is ready for the customer.

Responsibilities

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Learn and apply basic test procedures in the assigned area.
• Ensure that all testing procedures are followed without deviation.
• Complete testing assignments accurately and completely in a timely manner.
• Organize test results and summarize in table/graphical format indicating totals and other specified statistical data.
• Generate certifications based on test data.
• Work cross functionally with production, customers, sales & marketing and customer service when quality issues arise.
• Follow all instructions for collecting samples, operating equipment and performing specific process operations for any plant trials.
• Legibly record observations, gauge readings, measurement sand operator comments during plant trials.
• Reports unsafe conditions to the lead operator and shift supervisor; takes action to prevent accidents and injuries; report malfunctions of equipment and deficiencies in processes to the shift supervisor and meet safety standards.
• Cleans quality inspection area and maintains a safe working environment.
• Promote safety and positive communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous quality experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of quality assurance principles and industry standards
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Proficient in basic math, reading and writing.
• Basic computer skills (Word and Excel)
• Must be able to read a rule / scale accurately.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Ability to analyze data and plan improvement activities.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work cohesively within a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes.
• Quality certification a plus.
  
  

Schedule Description

The typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, eight (8) hours per day. Overtime, weekend, and holiday work as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands 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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.
• Frequently use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls.
• The employee is frequently required to talk and hear to communicate with coworkers.
• Regularly required to climb, stoop, bend and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to push or pull with hands or arms, kneel or crouch.
• The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to distinguish shades and colors.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position will work primarily on the production floor, with short periods of time in a controlled office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is consistently above 85 decibels when on the production floor.
• During summer months, employee may have to work in temperatures as high as 110 degrees for prolonged periods of time.
• Dust from machine processes is constantly present.
• The employee constantly works near mechanical parts and lift trucks.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or vapors or hazardous products such as degreasers and silicone spray.
• Required to wear steel toed shoes, safety glasses and ear plugs in the manufacturing area. Respirators may be required in specific areas of the plant.
  
  

Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer Ind-1