Glass Production Engineer

2 weeks ago


Duryea, Pennsylvania, United States SCHOTT AG Full time
Your Role
  • Develops and optimizes glass formulations along with melting, shaping, annealing, and processing parameters for glass manufacturing, transitioning processes from development to pilot and full-scale production while enhancing both existing and new chemical and mechanical processes for the Advanced Optics (AO) division.
  • Evaluates and organizes workforce allocation, spatial needs, and workflow, designing equipment layouts and workspaces to maximize efficiency through Lean methodologies.
  • Oversees all facets of glass quality, adjusting process parameters to drive continuous improvement in production outcomes.
  • Effectively communicates work instructions, process details, and results to production teams, creating standard operating procedures and process flow diagrams, maintaining production documentation, and conducting technical analyses related to melting and job sequencing.
  • Collaborates with planning and design teams regarding product design and tooling to ensure efficient manufacturing practices, while also liaising with suppliers to establish product specifications and coordinate the procurement of equipment, materials, or components, assessing products against established specifications and quality benchmarks.
  • Estimates production timelines, staffing needs, and associated costs to inform management decisions.
  • Engages with management, engineering, and other personnel regarding manufacturing capabilities, production timelines, and additional factors to streamline production processes.
  • Utilizes statistical techniques to perpetually enhance production processes, prepares manufacturing cost estimates, and requests necessary engineering and maintenance work to meet production timelines.
  • Maintains adaptability in work hours and manages special projects as assigned.
  • Integrates complex or varied information, gathers and investigates data, applying intuition and experience to complement data while designing workflows and procedures.
  • Identifies and resolves issues promptly, skillfully gathering and analyzing information. Works effectively in collaborative problem-solving scenarios, applying reason even in emotionally charged discussions.
  • Communicates clearly and informatively in writing. Presents numerical data effectively and is proficient in reading and interpreting written information.
  • Develops and implements cost-reduction strategies.
  • Adheres to safety and security protocols.
Your Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering or Materials Engineering.
  • 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a B.S. and 1-3 years of relevant experience.
  • Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean methodologies is preferred.
  • Demonstrates sound judgment, supporting decisions with logical reasoning and factual evidence.
  • Collaborative team player.
  • Effectively prioritizes and organizes work activities, setting goals and objectives while meeting productivity benchmarks.
  • Ability to engage with all levels of personnel within the organization.
  • Commitment to supporting departmental and corporate objectives.
Your Advantages

At SCHOTT, we foster a distinctive corporate culture that prioritizes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognize that motivated and dedicated employees are fundamental to our company's success.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package tailored to your needs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, vacation, holidays, tuition reimbursement, and short-term/long-term disability, among others.

SCHOTT North America, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, where employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business necessity.

We are eager to receive your application.

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