Engineering Technician 3 ( Temp to Hire)

Kyocera has a Temp-to-Hire position for an Engineering Tech 3 at our Vancouver, WA, facility. Candidates selected for hire will be hired through one of Kyocera's approved staffing partners. This position may lead to a direct hire offer with Kyocera International, Inc.

Pay is $23.50/hour

With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech ceramics in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. Our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles! Check out our profile video!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Engineering Technician 3 works under limited supervision to provide a variety of support to production, quality, and engineering teams. This role will be responsible for the improvement and implementation of procedures throughout the plants and will be involved in testing, implementation and scoping of projects, and ones that require the use of independent judgment in determining a course of action. This position will assist with the setup of new production systems and may train operators. The Engineering Technician must have strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment and furnaces. Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks. Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations. This level will effectively train others and may lead smaller projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute process operations according to SOPs, troubleshooting and resolution of equipment issues and process disruptions, developing and implementing process improvements, process monitoring, and supporting investigations.
• Load/Unload parts as per furnace loading instructions. Prepare the furnace for running. Take readings on the furnace and record.
• Recognize and troubleshoot furnace issues. Perform minor maintenance on furnaces.
• Contribute to the set up and evaluation of current and future production layout.
• Troubleshoot process disturbances, identifying resolution and implementing corrective and preventive measures, as required.
• Read/interpret CAD drawings, electrical/electronic schematics, and technical documents, including but not limited to tolerances, dimensions, geometric dimension & tolerancing (GD&T), and component values.
• Keeps work area clean and free of obstacles- maintains the quality documents including work orders, process departure reports and inventory cards.
• Proficient in the use of specialized hand and measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, dial indicators, Digital Multi-meters and more.
• Models' safety and accurate reporting.
• Knowledgeable of entire department process through packaging. Cross trained in most areas.

Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

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.

* High school diploma or GED. 2 years of college coursework or 2-year tech degree preferred.

* 2- 6 years of experience as a technician

* Ability to pass background and drug screen.

* Ability to stand and walk 90% of workday.

* Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.

* Ability to train other hourly employees effectively.

* Ability to use a microscope and variety of calibration tools.

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 climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to sit.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color 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 regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles; occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, extreme heat.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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 in Arms Regulation (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
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.'s Human Resources team directly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.