Overview

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 Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

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.

Responsibilities

Major Responsibilities

The candidate will lead the standardization of manufacturing processes and products as part of a capacity optimization and business continuity/risk mitigation initiative.  The candidate will lead the transfer and launch of new products in an expansion manufacturing facility located in San Juan del Rio, MX.  The candidate will collaborate with leadership to support these activities within the SJdR facility and other locations in the business.  The position will require coordination between the development and manufacturing teams across multiple locations.  The candidate will assist in developing production processes as needed to support product launches.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Others may be assigned):

• Process Development
  • Qualifies new processes and leads needed changes and improvements during the qualification phase of the part launch.
  • Develops process documentation and maintains Process Work Instructions, Quality Control Plans, Quality Alerts.
  • Conducts companywide training on applicable topics with the manufacturing team.
• Quality
  • Monitors the effectiveness of processes from statistical data using Lean Quality Tools.
  • Develops Quality programs, sampling plans for part visual and dimensional requirements.  Data collection through spreadsheets, and electronic data storage.
  • Understands Geometric Dimensioning and tolerance, MSA, and validates test equipment through statistical techniques (i.e. Gage R&R, Gage Linearity, etc)
• Other
  • Integrates product transfers into the Morgan Production System value stream framework.

Performs all duties and responsibilities with a safety mindset and in accordance with all safety rules and regulations

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 10 to 15 years related experience and /or training.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing systems.
• Prior experience in CNC manufacturing.
• Prior experience in new product development.
• Prior experience in Statistical Process Control.
• Prior experience in LEAN manufacturing preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Major Responsibilities

The candidate will lead the standardization of manufacturing processes and products as part of a capacity optimization and business continuity/risk mitigation initiative.  The candidate will lead the transfer and launch of new products in an expansion manufacturing facility located in San Juan del Rio, MX.  The candidate will collaborate with leadership to support these activities within the SJdR facility and other locations in the business.  The position will require coordination between the development and manufacturing teams across multiple locations.  The candidate will assist in developing production processes as needed to support product launches.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Others may be assigned):

• Process Development
• Qualifies new processes and leads needed changes and improvements during the qualification phase of the part launch.
• Develops process documentation and maintains Process Work Instructions, Quality Control Plans, Quality Alerts.
• Conducts companywide training on applicable topics with the manufacturing team.
• Quality
• Monitors the effectiveness of processes from statistical data using Lean Quality Tools.
• Develops Quality programs, sampling plans for part visual and dimensional requirements.  Data collection through spreadsheets, and electronic data storage.
• Understands Geometric Dimensioning and tolerance, MSA, and validates test equipment through statistical techniques (i.e. Gage R&R, Gage Linearity, etc)
• Other
• Integrates product transfers into the Morgan Production System value stream framework.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities with a safety mindset and in accordance with all safety rules and regulations.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 10 to 15 years related experience and /or training.
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing systems.
• Prior experience in CNC manufacturing.
• Prior experience in new product development.
• Prior experience in Statistical Process Control.
• Prior experience in LEAN manufacturing preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work well with subordinates, peers and superiors in all departments of the Company.  Must have good time management, planning and negotiation skills.  Must adhere to all Company policies.

Language Skills

Fluent in English.  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and part drawings. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively and deliver presentations before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Training in statistics in school and on-the-job strongly preferred.

Computer and Software Skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel; Minitab.

Working knowledge of 3D Design Suite (CAD), CNC & Mastercam preferred.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and engineering drawings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work performed in an office and factory settings.  Exposure to the manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment.  Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, and odors.  Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting up to 20 lbs as required.

Additional Notes

Some travel will be required (up to 20%).

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