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About Momentive Technologies

Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications.

Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visitwww.momentivetech.com.

Senior Global Furnace Engineer, Quartz

The Senior Global Furnace Engineer, Quartz is responsible for serving as the global process expert for the 214 draw processes in the Quartz business unit. The role will have responsibility for creating both short- and long-term plans for technological advancement and maintenance strategies to improve the robustness of the manufacturing platform.This role will also facilitate ongoing training and development of key global manufacturing resources and support troubleshooting & development of corrective actions for furnace performance issues.

The Senior Global Furnace Engineer, Quartz shall comply with federal and state regulations in conjunction with company policies in areas of Safety, Environmental Regulations, and Utilities. Follow and adhere to Momentive's Core Competencies, take an active Leadership role in promoting a safe work culture, interfacing with all disciplines of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement opportunities for quartz draw furnace performance, inclusive of larger scale yield challenges, asset reliability (including obsolescence concerns), gaging, and foundational design.

• Analyze and improve performance tracking of running furnaces, identify variation sources, and implement action plans through partnership with manufacturing teams to improve furnace yields

• Provide technical support to global manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and/or optimize/standardize global furnace assets, processes, and procedures.

• Develop a cadence of ongoing furnace training with global teams to bolster operational expertise among manufacturing resources and establish/maintain standard processes across sites.

• Partner with maintenance teams to develop preventative maintenance strategies and repair plans.

• Collaborate with tungsten engineer on new set-up design including assembly and part drawings, BOM's, machining and fabrication instructions.

• Integrate all critical documents into quality management system.

• Create/update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all furnace setup processes and generate safety job instructions.

• Participate in new tool design reviews; Manage all engineering test requests and management of change (MOC) process, both internally and externally

• Review part prints for accuracy, tolerance feasibility, and material specifications

• Create RFQ's; send to venders for tooling and capital quotes, analyze the quotes, make the recommendations to Purchasing.

• Develop contingency plan for single source operations and materials; manage validation plans for associated qualifications/changes.

• Communicate the quality requirements that are needed to meet expectations for furnace set-ups.

• Lead strategic programs related to critical furnace materials

• Discover process differences between the three global furnace operations, test each method, and train each site on which method is the best practice.

• Oversee Furnace trials and testing to ensure accuracy of the test and results.

• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree in engineering or related field, preferred Mechanical or Glass Engineering

• Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing work environment (required)

• Strong leadership and motivation skills within all layers of the business

• Collaborative style to pull expertise and feedback on challenges from internal teams and work together to generate/action solutions

• Confident communications, both written and verbal

• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Proven organization skills, both in staffing and logistics within a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS or MBA

• Six Sigma Greenbelt certification (preferred), with solid statisticalanalysis and problem-solving expertise

• SAP experience (or comparable ERP knowledge)

• Working knowledge of Solid Works and/or CAD

Key Relationships:

• Reports to the Senior Director of Operations

• Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Technology, Maintenance, and Suppliers

Travel Requirements:

• 10%-20% of travel

Our Senior Global Furnace Engineer will earn variable compensation including a base salary and bonus. Base salary range takes into consideration experience, education, and training. Not to mention all the amazing benefits available for employee selection as well.

Joining the Momentive team includes:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

• 401(k) plan with Company Match

• Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Program

Momentive Technologies is not just shaping materials; we're shaping the future. As a leader in the fused quartz, ceramics, and crucibles industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and excellence. When you join us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's driving advancements in technology, research, and applications across various sectors. APPLY NOW!

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