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Ceramics Engineer

Job Posted: 10 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Worcester, Worcestershire

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Ceramic Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business. This role will take ownership of ceramic shell processes, ensuring product quality, process stability, and continuous improvement across investment casting operations.

Working closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams, you will support both new product introduction and existing process optimisation, using data-driven analysis to improve performance and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

  * Develop, control, and improve ceramic shell manufacturing processes.

  * Monitor and report process performance, KPIs, CTQs, and process capability.

  * Analyse process data and implement corrective actions to maintain stability.

  * Lead root cause investigations and drive continuous improvement activities.

  * Create and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and technique cards.

  * Support new product introduction and process validation activities.

  * Manage improvement projects from concept through implementation.

  * Maintain raw material approvals and work with suppliers to improve quality.

  * Support operator training, audits, and process compliance activities.

  * Promote safe working practices and support quality initiatives.

About You

  * Significant experience within ceramic shell manufacturing or similar manufacturing

  * Strong understanding of shell room operations, refractory materials, binders, slurry control, pH, SG, and gel testing.

  * Skilled in process improvement, root cause analysis, and statistical problem-solving.

  * Experience using quality and continuous improvement tools, ideally Six Sigma and Minitab.

  * Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Desirable

  * Knowledge of wax, autoclave, firing, and casting processes.

  * Experience with Kawasaki robot programming.

  * Understanding of automated shell line technology.

  * Project management experience and knowledge of change control systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on ceramic process specialist to make a significant impact within a technically advanced manufacturing environment

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