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

Look at these PERKS!

• Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
• 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k)
• 401(k) company match
• Pension
• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedules
• Tuition reimbursement

We have a long-tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a vital company mission, and an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid time off to Volunteer, paid Leave options, Tuition Reimbursement, an employer-paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Many of our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms, and even employee gardens. 

We strive to have a diverse workforce 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. 

Kyocera International, Inc. also has a robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here: https://global.kyocera.com/inamori/philosophy/. Our company motto is “Do the right thing as a human being,” and we try to use that in our decision-making constantly. 

Pay Range - $122,491.15 – $177,362.83 (Actual base pay based on factors such as relevant experience, education, market, qualifications, and skills)

Manager, Automation and Tooling

Exempt: Yes
Safety Sensitive: Yes
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Manager of Automation and Tooling is responsible for the overall operation and efficiency of the equipment used in the manufacturing of products at the San Diego operation. This person will work with the Manufacturing team to ensure sufficient capacity and facilities conditions exist to support the business requirements.

The manager will be in charge of a team of technical staff with responsibilities to schedule the Automation and Tooling activities to meet the overall corporate requirements. It involves hands-on activities with automated equipment regarding the operations, programming, troubleshooting, commissioning and productivity of automated and integrated equipment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of design or manufacturing engineering experience, with preference to Tooling design and automation initiatives
• Experience in CAD/CAM is required. Experience with Solidworks is preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including CNC machining and molding
• Knowledge of conventional machining processes and procedures
• Must be self-motivated
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in supervision
• Must be familiar with quality and lean principles
• Must be well organized with multi-tasking abilities
• Strong Project management skills
• Attention to detail
• Intermediate MS Office skills, especially Excel.
  Experience with SAP strongly preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

oTracking and improving overall up time and efficiency of manufacturing equipment

oInstallation and set-up of new equipment

oEstablishment and control of Preventative Maintenance program for manufacturing equipment. Primary focus on equipment such as

ØHigh temperature ceramic co-firing furnaces

ØElectroless and Electrolytic plating systems

ØHigh temperature brazing furnaces and ovens

ØAutomated and semi-automated product assembly systems

oDaily & Monthly management of Departmental Profit and Loss budgets.

oLead a group of technical staff, giving necessary mentorship and feedback as required

oIdentify growth and training opportunities for staff development

oWork to create a positive, team-oriented work environment within the department, and with internal and external partners

oEvaluation, selection, and commissioning of Tooling and Automated equipment

oProvide Supply Management with the necessary information to source equipment as required

oIdentification of Tooling and Automation opportunities; make recommendations to improve production methods and equipment performance

oPerform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONSTo 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.
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 regularly required to sit; frequently required to talk or hear; and frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
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, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment can be 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 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.