Job Description Job Description Interested in Applying? I have a few preliminary questions. Do you have experience developing systems, defining requirements, or analyzing automated financial systems? Can you troubleshoot a production application issue while considering its effect on users, upstream and downstream systems, and service levels? Have you administered or supported enterprise applications across cloud and on-premises environments? Are you comfortable coordinating technical work, estimating resources and risk, and explaining tradeoffs to a team? Can you support production issues outside normal business hours when needed? Why is this Different from other Job Opportunities? This Software Engineer III position supports the Department of State's global financial systems, including applications used for payroll, accounting, disbursing, and reporting. The successful candidate will help administer and improve production applications, resolve operational issues, and maintain reliable services for domestic and overseas users. All contractors supporting this department must possess or be able to obtain a Secret security clearance. You Must Meet these Minimum Requirements: Have five or more years of technical experience in systems development, requirements development, and/or automated financial systems analysis. A four-year degree is preferred; experience with financial systems is desirable. Experience supporting the operation and administration of production financial applications. Experience planning and coordinating software operations, estimate resources, assign accountability, establish success criteria, and assist with software cost, tradeoff, and risk analyses. Experience leading network design, analysis, implementation, and related systems management, including specifications, software monitoring, and network analysis software. Experience performing software life cycle analysis and planning in coordination with department requirements. Experience with enterprise financial applications such as PeopleSoft HRMS. Willingness to work on-call outside of regular hours. Work effectively in a team-oriented environment. We are also Looking for: Hands-on experience administering, troubleshooting, and maintaining production financial applications, including root cause analysis and resolution of system issues. Experience monitoring system performance, meeting service level agreements, and using logs, reports, or dashboards to identify operational issues. Experience planning and coordinating software operations, estimating resources, and assessing technical costs, tradeoffs, and risks. Experience supporting software implementation, system integration, monitoring, and life cycle planning in a cloud and on-premises environment. Experience with tools such as BMC Control-M, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, or Microsoft Power Platform is preferred. Our most Successful Employees in this Position Demonstrate: A team-oriented approach that brings operations, engineering, and departmental stakeholders together to resolve problems. Sound judgment when assessing software costs, tradeoffs, operational risks, and competing production priorities. Attention to system dependencies, service levels, and the details needed to maintain dependable financial operations. Overview of the Department: The Financial Technology Infrastructure (FTI) directorate supports financial systems used by the Department of State at home and overseas. This role combines hands-on production support with planning and improvement work across payroll, accounting, disbursing, reporting, and enterprise automation. The engineer will work with systems that support critical financial operations and will help keep them reliable as the environment spans cloud and on-premises platforms. Day-to-day Job Responsibilities include: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Plan, organize, configure, install, optimize, administer, and maintain the financial systems supported by the unit in a hybrid cloud and on-premises environment. Support PeopleTools-based PeopleSoft HRMS, Momentum Financials, Power BI solutions, RFMS/D, Microsoft Power Platform applications, and the BMC Control-M enterprise scheduling and automation suite. Plan, coordinate, and control software operations; estimate resources; assign accountability; establish success criteria; and assist with engineering estimates of software costs, tradeoffs, and risk. Contribute to system and network design, analysis, implementation, monitoring, and software life cycle planning in coordination with departmental requirements. Investigate and resolve production issues efficiently, including outside normal business hours, to maintain or exceed service level agreements and performance metrics. Work Schedule: The employee will work an 8-hour shift between the hours of 6:15 am to 6:00 pm with a non-compensated 45-minute lunch (See your Project Manager for work schedule and department policies). Additional hours may be required and must be authorized by your Project Manager and DoS Management. This is a 100% on-site position Software Systems Utilized: Oracle 19 and later SQL Server 2019 and later PeopleSoft Payroll and/or Time & Labor Momentum Financials Microsoft PowerBI SQL and SQL Plus Windows 2019 and Later Redhat Enterprise Linux 8 or later. Windows 10 and Later Microsoft Power Platform Microsoft Azure BMC Control-M batch scheduling software
11/13/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Interested in Applying? I have a few preliminary questions. Do you have experience developing systems, defining requirements, or analyzing automated financial systems? Can you troubleshoot a production application issue while considering its effect on users, upstream and downstream systems, and service levels? Have you administered or supported enterprise applications across cloud and on-premises environments? Are you comfortable coordinating technical work, estimating resources and risk, and explaining tradeoffs to a team? Can you support production issues outside normal business hours when needed? Why is this Different from other Job Opportunities? This Software Engineer III position supports the Department of State's global financial systems, including applications used for payroll, accounting, disbursing, and reporting. The successful candidate will help administer and improve production applications, resolve operational issues, and maintain reliable services for domestic and overseas users. All contractors supporting this department must possess or be able to obtain a Secret security clearance. You Must Meet these Minimum Requirements: Have five or more years of technical experience in systems development, requirements development, and/or automated financial systems analysis. A four-year degree is preferred; experience with financial systems is desirable. Experience supporting the operation and administration of production financial applications. Experience planning and coordinating software operations, estimate resources, assign accountability, establish success criteria, and assist with software cost, tradeoff, and risk analyses. Experience leading network design, analysis, implementation, and related systems management, including specifications, software monitoring, and network analysis software. Experience performing software life cycle analysis and planning in coordination with department requirements. Experience with enterprise financial applications such as PeopleSoft HRMS. Willingness to work on-call outside of regular hours. Work effectively in a team-oriented environment. We are also Looking for: Hands-on experience administering, troubleshooting, and maintaining production financial applications, including root cause analysis and resolution of system issues. Experience monitoring system performance, meeting service level agreements, and using logs, reports, or dashboards to identify operational issues. Experience planning and coordinating software operations, estimating resources, and assessing technical costs, tradeoffs, and risks. Experience supporting software implementation, system integration, monitoring, and life cycle planning in a cloud and on-premises environment. Experience with tools such as BMC Control-M, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, or Microsoft Power Platform is preferred. Our most Successful Employees in this Position Demonstrate: A team-oriented approach that brings operations, engineering, and departmental stakeholders together to resolve problems. Sound judgment when assessing software costs, tradeoffs, operational risks, and competing production priorities. Attention to system dependencies, service levels, and the details needed to maintain dependable financial operations. Overview of the Department: The Financial Technology Infrastructure (FTI) directorate supports financial systems used by the Department of State at home and overseas. This role combines hands-on production support with planning and improvement work across payroll, accounting, disbursing, reporting, and enterprise automation. The engineer will work with systems that support critical financial operations and will help keep them reliable as the environment spans cloud and on-premises platforms. Day-to-day Job Responsibilities include: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Plan, organize, configure, install, optimize, administer, and maintain the financial systems supported by the unit in a hybrid cloud and on-premises environment. Support PeopleTools-based PeopleSoft HRMS, Momentum Financials, Power BI solutions, RFMS/D, Microsoft Power Platform applications, and the BMC Control-M enterprise scheduling and automation suite. Plan, coordinate, and control software operations; estimate resources; assign accountability; establish success criteria; and assist with engineering estimates of software costs, tradeoffs, and risk. Contribute to system and network design, analysis, implementation, monitoring, and software life cycle planning in coordination with departmental requirements. Investigate and resolve production issues efficiently, including outside normal business hours, to maintain or exceed service level agreements and performance metrics. Work Schedule: The employee will work an 8-hour shift between the hours of 6:15 am to 6:00 pm with a non-compensated 45-minute lunch (See your Project Manager for work schedule and department policies). Additional hours may be required and must be authorized by your Project Manager and DoS Management. This is a 100% on-site position Software Systems Utilized: Oracle 19 and later SQL Server 2019 and later PeopleSoft Payroll and/or Time & Labor Momentum Financials Microsoft PowerBI SQL and SQL Plus Windows 2019 and Later Redhat Enterprise Linux 8 or later. Windows 10 and Later Microsoft Power Platform Microsoft Azure BMC Control-M batch scheduling software
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software applications, APIs, and enterprise systems that support business objectives. This role serves as a technical leader within the engineering team, helping drive architecture decisions, engineering best practices, secure development, production reliability, and mentorship of junior and mid-level engineers. This position requires strong full-stack engineering experience, with emphasis on modern .NET APIs, Angular-based web applications, SQL Server-backed systems, secure service integrations, and maintainable enterprise software. Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable software applications, services, and APIs. Build and maintain ASP.NET Core REST APIs that orchestrate downstream enterprise services, SQL Server databases, and internal or third-party integrations. Develop and support Angular/TypeScript web applications using modern frontend patterns, reusable components, routing, forms, and service-based API integration. Lead technical design discussions and contribute to architecture decisions across frontend, backend, data access, and integration layers. Write clean, efficient, secure, and maintainable code following established engineering standards and design patterns. Collaborate with product managers, architects, QA, business stakeholders, and other engineering teams to define requirements and deliver solutions. Review code, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior and mid-level engineers. Troubleshoot and resolve complex defects, integration issues, performance problems, and production incidents. Implement resilient service integration patterns, including retry strategies, timeout handling, structured error handling, and graceful downstream failure handling. Maintain secure authentication and authorization flows using OAuth/OIDC, JWT claims, role/permission checks, and secure configuration practices. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, deployment readiness, and DevOps practices. Support production reliability through structured logging, correlation IDs, metrics, distributed tracing, and other observability practices. Document technical designs, processes, API contracts, and system architecture. Welcome to ConsultNet, a premier national provider of technology talent and solutions. Our expertise spans across project services, contract-to-hire, direct search, and managed services onshore, nearshore, and hybrid. For over 25 years, we have connected thousands of consultants with meaningful roles through a personal, communication-driven approach, partnering with a diverse client base to build high-performing teams and create lasting impact. Our comprehensive service offerings cover a wide range of technology and engineering positions across key markets nationwide. Learn more at . We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.
11/12/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software applications, APIs, and enterprise systems that support business objectives. This role serves as a technical leader within the engineering team, helping drive architecture decisions, engineering best practices, secure development, production reliability, and mentorship of junior and mid-level engineers. This position requires strong full-stack engineering experience, with emphasis on modern .NET APIs, Angular-based web applications, SQL Server-backed systems, secure service integrations, and maintainable enterprise software. Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable software applications, services, and APIs. Build and maintain ASP.NET Core REST APIs that orchestrate downstream enterprise services, SQL Server databases, and internal or third-party integrations. Develop and support Angular/TypeScript web applications using modern frontend patterns, reusable components, routing, forms, and service-based API integration. Lead technical design discussions and contribute to architecture decisions across frontend, backend, data access, and integration layers. Write clean, efficient, secure, and maintainable code following established engineering standards and design patterns. Collaborate with product managers, architects, QA, business stakeholders, and other engineering teams to define requirements and deliver solutions. Review code, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior and mid-level engineers. Troubleshoot and resolve complex defects, integration issues, performance problems, and production incidents. Implement resilient service integration patterns, including retry strategies, timeout handling, structured error handling, and graceful downstream failure handling. Maintain secure authentication and authorization flows using OAuth/OIDC, JWT claims, role/permission checks, and secure configuration practices. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, deployment readiness, and DevOps practices. Support production reliability through structured logging, correlation IDs, metrics, distributed tracing, and other observability practices. Document technical designs, processes, API contracts, and system architecture. Welcome to ConsultNet, a premier national provider of technology talent and solutions. Our expertise spans across project services, contract-to-hire, direct search, and managed services onshore, nearshore, and hybrid. For over 25 years, we have connected thousands of consultants with meaningful roles through a personal, communication-driven approach, partnering with a diverse client base to build high-performing teams and create lasting impact. Our comprehensive service offerings cover a wide range of technology and engineering positions across key markets nationwide. Learn more at . We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Flexjet is currently seeking a talented Software Engineer III who is passionate about innovation and backend technologies to join our development team. Flexjet empowers software engineers to learn, innovate, and apply their skills to deliver technical solutions. Our team has opportunities to work with varied departments for multiple brands across the private aviation industry. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Directly responsible for designing, developing and troubleshooting high performance and high availability APIs utilized by several consumers throughout the business. • Analyze technical requirements to design new components and applications. • Manage new and existing products and applications throughout their lifecycle. • Advise and support colleagues where your expertise will facilitate the achievement of common goals • Introduce new solutions to the product and to your colleagues when appropriate for the business needs. • Keep abreast of advancements in technologies and development techniques • Interact with all departments and end users acting in development, technical design, and support roles. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • 5+ years as a software developer and proven experience at a senior level • Bachelor's Degree in related field or 2 additional years of equivalent work experience • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), Relational and NOSQL databases, microservices architecture, and computer science foundations. • Experience working with Agile methodology • Expertise in development of services/APIs, databases, cloud services, and the migration of legacy applications. • Experience in front-end website development is a bonus. REQUIRED SKILLS • Working knowledge of .NET 5.0+ Framework, .NET Core, Visual Studio, C# • Experience in at least one Front-end Scripting framework (preferably Angular) is a bonus. • Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software as necessary. • Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment. • Candidate should be self-motivated, independent, and exhibit relationship management skills. • Passionate about building high-quality systems with software implementation best practices. • Exceptional attention to detail. • Well-developed interpersonal skills that promote and foster a team culture. • Candidate should drive towards team solutions instead of independent heroism • Possess excellent organizational skills, and communication skills both written and verbal.
11/12/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Flexjet is currently seeking a talented Software Engineer III who is passionate about innovation and backend technologies to join our development team. Flexjet empowers software engineers to learn, innovate, and apply their skills to deliver technical solutions. Our team has opportunities to work with varied departments for multiple brands across the private aviation industry. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Directly responsible for designing, developing and troubleshooting high performance and high availability APIs utilized by several consumers throughout the business. • Analyze technical requirements to design new components and applications. • Manage new and existing products and applications throughout their lifecycle. • Advise and support colleagues where your expertise will facilitate the achievement of common goals • Introduce new solutions to the product and to your colleagues when appropriate for the business needs. • Keep abreast of advancements in technologies and development techniques • Interact with all departments and end users acting in development, technical design, and support roles. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • 5+ years as a software developer and proven experience at a senior level • Bachelor's Degree in related field or 2 additional years of equivalent work experience • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), Relational and NOSQL databases, microservices architecture, and computer science foundations. • Experience working with Agile methodology • Expertise in development of services/APIs, databases, cloud services, and the migration of legacy applications. • Experience in front-end website development is a bonus. REQUIRED SKILLS • Working knowledge of .NET 5.0+ Framework, .NET Core, Visual Studio, C# • Experience in at least one Front-end Scripting framework (preferably Angular) is a bonus. • Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software as necessary. • Ability to adapt quickly to an existing, complex environment. • Candidate should be self-motivated, independent, and exhibit relationship management skills. • Passionate about building high-quality systems with software implementation best practices. • Exceptional attention to detail. • Well-developed interpersonal skills that promote and foster a team culture. • Candidate should drive towards team solutions instead of independent heroism • Possess excellent organizational skills, and communication skills both written and verbal.
Resource Management Concepts, Inc.
Adams Run, South Carolina
Job Description Job Description This position is contingent on contract award and position availability Resource Management Concepts, Inc. (RMC) provides high-quality, professional services to government and commercial sectors. Our mission is to deliver exceptional management and technology solutions supporting the protection and preservation of the people and environment of the United States of America. RMC is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the authorization and ongoing security of mission applications, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise core services. The ISSO will work with Government security personnel, software developers, and infrastructure engineers to maintain security documentation, assess risk, and ensure systems meet applicable Department of Defense and Intelligence Community requirements. This role requires someone who can connect security requirements to how systems are built and operated. Candidates should be comfortable reviewing technical evidence, investigating compliance gaps, and working with engineers to resolve findings as software, infrastructure, and system configurations change. What You'll Do: Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities to obtain and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) for systems across applicable classification levels. Develop and maintain authorization documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), security control implementation statements, system boundary descriptions, and supporting evidence. Coordinate with system owners, Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), assessors, and engineering teams to prepare authorization packages and resolve assessment findings. Maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), track remediation progress, and communicate unresolved risks and dependencies. Use the DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to maintain authorization records, security control documentation, assessment evidence, and remediation status, as applicable. Review Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scan results, security configuration assessments, and application security testing reports; work with technical teams to prioritize and validate remediation. Assess the security impact of software releases, infrastructure changes, new integrations, and changes to the authorization boundary. Support continuous monitoring by maintaining current security evidence, reviewing control effectiveness, and reporting changes in system risk. Work with cloud and DevSecOps engineers to incorporate security requirements and evidence collection into development and deployment workflows. Review access controls, privileged access, audit logging, configuration baselines, and protection of sensitive data. Support security incident reporting, investigation, corrective actions, and updates to relevant documentation and procedures. Apply appropriate security overlays and support supply chain risk management activities. Prepare security status reports and brief Government stakeholders on authorization progress, findings, and remediation priorities. Requirements Bachelor's degree in a technical or managerial field and 5+ years of cybersecurity, engineering, T&E, or A&A experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and more than 7 years of relevant experience. Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph. Prior Intelligence Community support experience. ISSO or comparable experience supporting RMF activities and system authorization packages. Proficiency with eMASS and ACAS. Experience documenting security controls, collecting assessment evidence, reviewing vulnerability and configuration findings, and tracking remediation. Knowledge of applicable Department of War and Intelligence Community security requirements and assessment processes. Understanding of system boundaries, data flows, access controls, audit logging, configuration management, and continuous monitoring. Ability to assess system-change risks and communicate them to technical and nontechnical stakeholders. Strong technical writing, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to meet applicable cybersecurity workforce requirements, including Full Security Control Assessor qualification if required. Desired Qualifications DoD 8140/8570 IAM Level II or III qualifications and relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or CAP/CGRC. IC authorization experience under ICD 503 and agency guidance. AWS/AWS GovCloud security assessment experience, including DoD Impact Level 5 environments. Familiarity with Kubernetes/OpenShift security, including workload isolation, access controls, image security, and logging. Experience using DevSecOps security testing and deployment evidence for assessments and continuous monitoring. Experience applying STIGs, validating configurations, and supporting security control assessments. Familiarity with ICAM, PKI, certificate management, encryption, and secrets management. Experience assessing Zero Trust controls across identities, devices, networks, applications, and data. Benefits At RMC, we're committed to your career growth! RMC differentiates itself from other firms through its investment in our employees. We invest our resources to train, certify, educate, and build our employees. RMC can offer you a great place to work with a small company feel and give you the experience, tuition assistance, and certifications that will take your career to the next level. This also includes a competitive paid vacation package with 11 paid federal holidays. Additionally, we also offer high-quality, low-deductible healthcare plans, pet insurance, and a competitive 401K package. Salary at RMC is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, a candidate's specific combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific requirements.
11/12/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description This position is contingent on contract award and position availability Resource Management Concepts, Inc. (RMC) provides high-quality, professional services to government and commercial sectors. Our mission is to deliver exceptional management and technology solutions supporting the protection and preservation of the people and environment of the United States of America. RMC is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the authorization and ongoing security of mission applications, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise core services. The ISSO will work with Government security personnel, software developers, and infrastructure engineers to maintain security documentation, assess risk, and ensure systems meet applicable Department of Defense and Intelligence Community requirements. This role requires someone who can connect security requirements to how systems are built and operated. Candidates should be comfortable reviewing technical evidence, investigating compliance gaps, and working with engineers to resolve findings as software, infrastructure, and system configurations change. What You'll Do: Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities to obtain and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) for systems across applicable classification levels. Develop and maintain authorization documentation, including System Security Plans (SSPs), security control implementation statements, system boundary descriptions, and supporting evidence. Coordinate with system owners, Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), assessors, and engineering teams to prepare authorization packages and resolve assessment findings. Maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), track remediation progress, and communicate unresolved risks and dependencies. Use the DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to maintain authorization records, security control documentation, assessment evidence, and remediation status, as applicable. Review Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) scan results, security configuration assessments, and application security testing reports; work with technical teams to prioritize and validate remediation. Assess the security impact of software releases, infrastructure changes, new integrations, and changes to the authorization boundary. Support continuous monitoring by maintaining current security evidence, reviewing control effectiveness, and reporting changes in system risk. Work with cloud and DevSecOps engineers to incorporate security requirements and evidence collection into development and deployment workflows. Review access controls, privileged access, audit logging, configuration baselines, and protection of sensitive data. Support security incident reporting, investigation, corrective actions, and updates to relevant documentation and procedures. Apply appropriate security overlays and support supply chain risk management activities. Prepare security status reports and brief Government stakeholders on authorization progress, findings, and remediation priorities. Requirements Bachelor's degree in a technical or managerial field and 5+ years of cybersecurity, engineering, T&E, or A&A experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and more than 7 years of relevant experience. Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph. Prior Intelligence Community support experience. ISSO or comparable experience supporting RMF activities and system authorization packages. Proficiency with eMASS and ACAS. Experience documenting security controls, collecting assessment evidence, reviewing vulnerability and configuration findings, and tracking remediation. Knowledge of applicable Department of War and Intelligence Community security requirements and assessment processes. Understanding of system boundaries, data flows, access controls, audit logging, configuration management, and continuous monitoring. Ability to assess system-change risks and communicate them to technical and nontechnical stakeholders. Strong technical writing, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to meet applicable cybersecurity workforce requirements, including Full Security Control Assessor qualification if required. Desired Qualifications DoD 8140/8570 IAM Level II or III qualifications and relevant certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or CAP/CGRC. IC authorization experience under ICD 503 and agency guidance. AWS/AWS GovCloud security assessment experience, including DoD Impact Level 5 environments. Familiarity with Kubernetes/OpenShift security, including workload isolation, access controls, image security, and logging. Experience using DevSecOps security testing and deployment evidence for assessments and continuous monitoring. Experience applying STIGs, validating configurations, and supporting security control assessments. Familiarity with ICAM, PKI, certificate management, encryption, and secrets management. Experience assessing Zero Trust controls across identities, devices, networks, applications, and data. Benefits At RMC, we're committed to your career growth! RMC differentiates itself from other firms through its investment in our employees. We invest our resources to train, certify, educate, and build our employees. RMC can offer you a great place to work with a small company feel and give you the experience, tuition assistance, and certifications that will take your career to the next level. This also includes a competitive paid vacation package with 11 paid federal holidays. Additionally, we also offer high-quality, low-deductible healthcare plans, pet insurance, and a competitive 401K package. Salary at RMC is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, a candidate's specific combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific requirements.
Job Description Job Description Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking Security Control Assessor/Representatives (SCA/Rs) to lead security control assessments across high-priority projects. Working at the intersection of cybersecurity engineering, cloud architecture, and DevSecOps prototyping, you will evaluate security controls for cutting-edge AI/LLM technologies across multiple classification levels. This position is ideal for a pragmatic cloud assessor or SCAR who excels in fast-paced DevSecOps environments, understands AWS cloud security, and is eager to shape the cybersecurity posture of next-generation DoD AI capabilities.This position will be based out of Arlington, VA. Additional responsibilities include: Key Responsibilities Execute formal SCA/R duties. Lead security assessment efforts, establishing reusable security playbooks and assessment frameworks for rapid AI deployment into enterprise workflows. Evaluate technical control effectiveness across AWS cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps pipelines, microservices, containerized workloads, and GenAI/LLM application stacks. Partner directly with cybersecurity engineering and DevSecOps prototyping teams to integrate security controls early in the development lifecycle. Review, author, and maintain assessment packages-including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and POA&Ms-tailored to rapid prototyping and AI systems. Assess technical security risks specific to AI/LLM implementations, such as API exposure, vector database access controls, model integration surface area, and software supply chain dependencies. Support continuous monitoring (ConMon), technical risk evaluations, and cloud architecture reviews across multi-tenant, multi-classification environments. Coordinate with Authorizing Officials (AOs), program managers, and engineering leads to deliver decision-ready risk briefings and ATO recommendations. Provide technical input and oversight for cybersecurity engineering and penetration testing activities across prototype projects. Required Qualifications Active Top Secret security clearance Current DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II or Level III certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, CCISO, CAP/CISC) 3-5+ years of experience conducting security control assessments, compliance testing, or A&A/RMF activities for DoD or federal information systems Solid operational understanding of core AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPCs, Security Groups, Security Hub) and how security controls function within cloud-native and CI/CD pipeline environments. Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 (Rev. 4/5), NIST SP 800-37 (RMF), DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and FedRAMP baselines. Demonstrated experience writing and evaluating core RMF artifacts (SSPs, SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms) Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical risk clearly to executive stakeholders, Authorizing Officials, and engineering teams. Hands-on experience navigating government GRC repositories, such as eMASS or XACTA. Desired Qualifications Hands-on experience mapping security controls to the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, or the DoD Responsible AI (RAI) Guidelines. Familiarity evaluating secure design patterns for autonomous AI Agents (e.g., tool-calling permissions, sandboxing agent execution environments, prompt boundaries, and ReAct/LangGraph architectures). Experience assessing cloud-managed AI ecosystems and foundation model platforms (e.g., AWS Bedrock, AWS SageMaker, Hugging Face Enterprise, or self-hosted open-source models). Understanding of data protection, access controls, and boundary security for RAG pipelines and vector databases (e.g., OpenSearch Vector Engine, Pinecone, Milvus, or PostgreSQL pgvector). Familiarity evaluating risks unique to LLMs-including prompt injection, data poisoning, model inversion, insecure output handling, and open-source supply chain vulnerabilities in AI libraries (PyTorch, LangChain, LlamaIndex). Exposure to LLM guardrail platforms, evaluation frameworks, or AI security tools (e.g., Promptfoo, Garak, Giskard, NeMo Guardrails) used to test model robustness and output safety. Experience with cATO methodologies, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates (Terraform, CloudFormation), and container security (AWS EKS/ECS, Docker). Active AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Background or familiarity with offensive security, penetration testing The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $135,000.00 - $150,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.
09/30/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking Security Control Assessor/Representatives (SCA/Rs) to lead security control assessments across high-priority projects. Working at the intersection of cybersecurity engineering, cloud architecture, and DevSecOps prototyping, you will evaluate security controls for cutting-edge AI/LLM technologies across multiple classification levels. This position is ideal for a pragmatic cloud assessor or SCAR who excels in fast-paced DevSecOps environments, understands AWS cloud security, and is eager to shape the cybersecurity posture of next-generation DoD AI capabilities.This position will be based out of Arlington, VA. Additional responsibilities include: Key Responsibilities Execute formal SCA/R duties. Lead security assessment efforts, establishing reusable security playbooks and assessment frameworks for rapid AI deployment into enterprise workflows. Evaluate technical control effectiveness across AWS cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps pipelines, microservices, containerized workloads, and GenAI/LLM application stacks. Partner directly with cybersecurity engineering and DevSecOps prototyping teams to integrate security controls early in the development lifecycle. Review, author, and maintain assessment packages-including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and POA&Ms-tailored to rapid prototyping and AI systems. Assess technical security risks specific to AI/LLM implementations, such as API exposure, vector database access controls, model integration surface area, and software supply chain dependencies. Support continuous monitoring (ConMon), technical risk evaluations, and cloud architecture reviews across multi-tenant, multi-classification environments. Coordinate with Authorizing Officials (AOs), program managers, and engineering leads to deliver decision-ready risk briefings and ATO recommendations. Provide technical input and oversight for cybersecurity engineering and penetration testing activities across prototype projects. Required Qualifications Active Top Secret security clearance Current DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II or Level III certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, CCISO, CAP/CISC) 3-5+ years of experience conducting security control assessments, compliance testing, or A&A/RMF activities for DoD or federal information systems Solid operational understanding of core AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPCs, Security Groups, Security Hub) and how security controls function within cloud-native and CI/CD pipeline environments. Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 (Rev. 4/5), NIST SP 800-37 (RMF), DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and FedRAMP baselines. Demonstrated experience writing and evaluating core RMF artifacts (SSPs, SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms) Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical risk clearly to executive stakeholders, Authorizing Officials, and engineering teams. Hands-on experience navigating government GRC repositories, such as eMASS or XACTA. Desired Qualifications Hands-on experience mapping security controls to the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, or the DoD Responsible AI (RAI) Guidelines. Familiarity evaluating secure design patterns for autonomous AI Agents (e.g., tool-calling permissions, sandboxing agent execution environments, prompt boundaries, and ReAct/LangGraph architectures). Experience assessing cloud-managed AI ecosystems and foundation model platforms (e.g., AWS Bedrock, AWS SageMaker, Hugging Face Enterprise, or self-hosted open-source models). Understanding of data protection, access controls, and boundary security for RAG pipelines and vector databases (e.g., OpenSearch Vector Engine, Pinecone, Milvus, or PostgreSQL pgvector). Familiarity evaluating risks unique to LLMs-including prompt injection, data poisoning, model inversion, insecure output handling, and open-source supply chain vulnerabilities in AI libraries (PyTorch, LangChain, LlamaIndex). Exposure to LLM guardrail platforms, evaluation frameworks, or AI security tools (e.g., Promptfoo, Garak, Giskard, NeMo Guardrails) used to test model robustness and output safety. Experience with cATO methodologies, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates (Terraform, CloudFormation), and container security (AWS EKS/ECS, Docker). Active AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Background or familiarity with offensive security, penetration testing The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $135,000.00 - $150,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.
NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.
Mooresville, North Carolina
Job Description Job Description I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 4 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. C. Respirators, half mask cartridge respirators plus goggles, or full face cartridge respirators may be required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
09/28/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 4 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. C. Respirators, half mask cartridge respirators plus goggles, or full face cartridge respirators may be required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc.
Richland, Washington
Job Description Job Description Description: Location: Tri-Cities, WA Travel: Up to 20% Reports To: Corporate VP of IS The IS Specialist III serves as the primary on-site technology leader supporting a multi-site operation of 50-200 users. This role ensures stable, secure, and efficient IT operations while coordinating closely with the Corporate IS team for advanced engineering, development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure initiatives. This is a senior-level technical generalist role combining Windows infrastructure support, business systems reporting, project coordination, industrial systems integration, and local technical leadership. The position is hands-on and part of the broader corporate IS team, which includes senior infrastructure engineers, developers, helpdesk, and junior development resources. Duties Infrastructure & Systems Operations (Primary Focus) Serve as the local lead for Windows-based infrastructure (Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, core software platforms, hardware systems, and web services). Coordinate with the corporate infrastructure team on network support, backup and disaster recovery, endpoint management, and server lifecycle planning. Escalate complex issues appropriately while maintaining local ownership and accountability. Maintain documentation of systems, diagrams, configurations, and asset inventories. Assist with user provisioning, workstation deployments, and site-level hardware standards. Project Coordination & Implementation Lead site-level technology projects from requirements gathering through deployment. Coordinate with corporate developers and infrastructure engineers on larger initiatives. Manage timelines, vendor engagement, testing, and deployment activities. Evaluate new software and hardware solutions and provide structured recommendations. Assist with task estimation, prioritization, ROI evaluation, and project documentation. Hardware Integration & Operational Support Support integration of industrial or facility systems with enterprise IT infrastructure. Coordinate system integration between hardware platforms and internal software applications. Maintain appropriate segmentation between operational and corporate systems. Security & Compliance Support Ensure local systems adhere to corporate cybersecurity policies. Support NIST 800-171 and Sarbanes-Oxley-aligned controls in coordination with Corporate IS. Assist with audits through documentation, evidence gathering, and change control support. Promote secure configuration standards and end-user security best practices. Business Systems Lead & Reporting Participate in the SDLC for waste tracking, procurement, accounting, asset management, and ancillary information systems initiatives. Develop and maintain SQL queries and SQL Server reports (SQL, SSRS, RDL). Partner with operations to develop business requirements, validate system designs, update system documentation, and oversee implementation. Assist with data validation, testing, and minor integrations. Requirements: 10+ years of progressive IT experience in systems administration, infrastructure, or business systems roles; OR a four-year related degree with 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong Microsoft ecosystem experience (Windows Server/Client, Active Directory). Solid SQL experience (query writing, stored procedures, SSRS development). Experience supporting multi-site or distributed operations. Ability to manage technical priorities independently in an operational environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Prefered Experience Experience in regulated or industrial environments. Experience with .NET, Go, JavaScript, C#, or other development environments. Familiarity with waste tracking, ERP, or accounting systems. Working knowledge of network fundamentals (firewalls, VLANs, VPN). Experience coordinating technical projects. Understanding of API integrations and data exchange models. This role serves as a senior embedded technical leader and operational bridge between site operations and Corporate IS. It provides hands-on technical support, business systems insight, and practical project leadership while leveraging centralized corporate expertise for deep engineering and development functions.
09/28/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Description: Location: Tri-Cities, WA Travel: Up to 20% Reports To: Corporate VP of IS The IS Specialist III serves as the primary on-site technology leader supporting a multi-site operation of 50-200 users. This role ensures stable, secure, and efficient IT operations while coordinating closely with the Corporate IS team for advanced engineering, development, cybersecurity, and infrastructure initiatives. This is a senior-level technical generalist role combining Windows infrastructure support, business systems reporting, project coordination, industrial systems integration, and local technical leadership. The position is hands-on and part of the broader corporate IS team, which includes senior infrastructure engineers, developers, helpdesk, and junior development resources. Duties Infrastructure & Systems Operations (Primary Focus) Serve as the local lead for Windows-based infrastructure (Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, core software platforms, hardware systems, and web services). Coordinate with the corporate infrastructure team on network support, backup and disaster recovery, endpoint management, and server lifecycle planning. Escalate complex issues appropriately while maintaining local ownership and accountability. Maintain documentation of systems, diagrams, configurations, and asset inventories. Assist with user provisioning, workstation deployments, and site-level hardware standards. Project Coordination & Implementation Lead site-level technology projects from requirements gathering through deployment. Coordinate with corporate developers and infrastructure engineers on larger initiatives. Manage timelines, vendor engagement, testing, and deployment activities. Evaluate new software and hardware solutions and provide structured recommendations. Assist with task estimation, prioritization, ROI evaluation, and project documentation. Hardware Integration & Operational Support Support integration of industrial or facility systems with enterprise IT infrastructure. Coordinate system integration between hardware platforms and internal software applications. Maintain appropriate segmentation between operational and corporate systems. Security & Compliance Support Ensure local systems adhere to corporate cybersecurity policies. Support NIST 800-171 and Sarbanes-Oxley-aligned controls in coordination with Corporate IS. Assist with audits through documentation, evidence gathering, and change control support. Promote secure configuration standards and end-user security best practices. Business Systems Lead & Reporting Participate in the SDLC for waste tracking, procurement, accounting, asset management, and ancillary information systems initiatives. Develop and maintain SQL queries and SQL Server reports (SQL, SSRS, RDL). Partner with operations to develop business requirements, validate system designs, update system documentation, and oversee implementation. Assist with data validation, testing, and minor integrations. Requirements: 10+ years of progressive IT experience in systems administration, infrastructure, or business systems roles; OR a four-year related degree with 5+ years of relevant experience. Strong Microsoft ecosystem experience (Windows Server/Client, Active Directory). Solid SQL experience (query writing, stored procedures, SSRS development). Experience supporting multi-site or distributed operations. Ability to manage technical priorities independently in an operational environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders. Prefered Experience Experience in regulated or industrial environments. Experience with .NET, Go, JavaScript, C#, or other development environments. Familiarity with waste tracking, ERP, or accounting systems. Working knowledge of network fundamentals (firewalls, VLANs, VPN). Experience coordinating technical projects. Understanding of API integrations and data exchange models. This role serves as a senior embedded technical leader and operational bridge between site operations and Corporate IS. It provides hands-on technical support, business systems insight, and practical project leadership while leveraging centralized corporate expertise for deep engineering and development functions.
Job Description Job Description Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking Security Control Assessor/Representatives (SCA/Rs) to lead security control assessments across high-priority projects. Working at the intersection of cybersecurity engineering, cloud architecture, and DevSecOps prototyping, you will evaluate security controls for cutting-edge AI/LLM technologies across multiple classification levels. This position is ideal for a pragmatic cloud assessor or SCAR who excels in fast-paced DevSecOps environments, understands AWS cloud security, and is eager to shape the cybersecurity posture of next-generation DoD AI capabilities.This position will be based out of Arlington, VA with hybrid/remote opportunities. Additional responsibilities include: Key Responsibilities Execute formal SCA/R duties. Lead security assessment efforts, establishing reusable security playbooks and assessment frameworks for rapid AI deployment into enterprise workflows. Evaluate technical control effectiveness across AWS cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps pipelines, microservices, containerized workloads, and GenAI/LLM application stacks. Bridge the gap between OffSec and development by applying software design best practices. Lead technical exchange meetings (TEMs), participate in Discovery & Framing workshops, and maintain effective communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Act as the primary subject matter expert and lead developer for custom offensive tooling, integrating disparate capabilities into a cohesive, mission-ready platform. Review, author, and maintain assessment packages-including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and POA&Ms-tailored to rapid prototyping and AI systems. Assess technical security risks specific to AI/LLM implementations, such as API exposure, vector database access controls, model integration surface area, and software supply chain dependencies. Support continuous monitoring (ConMon), technical risk evaluations, and cloud architecture reviews across multi-tenant, multi-classification environments. Coordinate with Authorizing Officials (AOs), program managers, and engineering leads to deliver decision-ready risk briefings and ATO recommendations. Provide technical input and oversight for cybersecurity engineering and penetration testing activities across prototype projects. Required Qualifications Active Top Secret security clearance Current DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II or Level III certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, CCISO, CAP/CISC) 5-7+ years of experience conducting security control assessments, compliance testing, or A&A/RMF activities for DoD or federal information systems Solid operational understanding of core AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPCs, Security Groups, Security Hub) and how security controls function within cloud-native and CI/CD pipeline environments. Experience with GitLab CI/CD (pipeline design, runners, artifact management) and AWS Cloud services (EC2, VPC, IAM, S3). Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 (Rev. 4/5), NIST SP 800-37 (RMF), DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and FedRAMP baselines. Demonstrated experience writing and evaluating core RMF artifacts (SSPs, SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms) Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical risk clearly to executive stakeholders, Authorizing Officials, and engineering teams. Hands-on experience navigating government GRC repositories, such as eMASS or XACTA. Desired Qualifications Hands-on experience mapping security controls to the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, or the DoD Responsible AI (RAI) Guidelines. Familiarity evaluating secure design patterns for autonomous AI Agents (e.g., tool-calling permissions, sandboxing agent execution environments, prompt boundaries, and ReAct/LangGraph architectures). Experience assessing cloud-managed AI ecosystems and foundation model platforms (e.g., AWS Bedrock, AWS SageMaker, Hugging Face Enterprise, or self-hosted open-source models). Understanding of data protection, access controls, and boundary security for RAG pipelines and vector databases (e.g., OpenSearch Vector Engine, Pinecone, Milvus, or PostgreSQL pgvector). Familiarity evaluating risks unique to LLMs-including prompt injection, data poisoning, model inversion, insecure output handling, and open-source supply chain vulnerabilities in AI libraries (PyTorch, LangChain, LlamaIndex). Exposure to LLM guardrail platforms, evaluation frameworks, or AI security tools (e.g., Promptfoo, Garak, Giskard, NeMo Guardrails) used to test model robustness and output safety. Experience with cATO methodologies, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates (Terraform, CloudFormation), and container security (AWS EKS/ECS, Docker). Active AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Background or familiarity with offensive security, penetration testing The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $135,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.
09/26/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking Security Control Assessor/Representatives (SCA/Rs) to lead security control assessments across high-priority projects. Working at the intersection of cybersecurity engineering, cloud architecture, and DevSecOps prototyping, you will evaluate security controls for cutting-edge AI/LLM technologies across multiple classification levels. This position is ideal for a pragmatic cloud assessor or SCAR who excels in fast-paced DevSecOps environments, understands AWS cloud security, and is eager to shape the cybersecurity posture of next-generation DoD AI capabilities.This position will be based out of Arlington, VA with hybrid/remote opportunities. Additional responsibilities include: Key Responsibilities Execute formal SCA/R duties. Lead security assessment efforts, establishing reusable security playbooks and assessment frameworks for rapid AI deployment into enterprise workflows. Evaluate technical control effectiveness across AWS cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps pipelines, microservices, containerized workloads, and GenAI/LLM application stacks. Bridge the gap between OffSec and development by applying software design best practices. Lead technical exchange meetings (TEMs), participate in Discovery & Framing workshops, and maintain effective communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Act as the primary subject matter expert and lead developer for custom offensive tooling, integrating disparate capabilities into a cohesive, mission-ready platform. Review, author, and maintain assessment packages-including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), and POA&Ms-tailored to rapid prototyping and AI systems. Assess technical security risks specific to AI/LLM implementations, such as API exposure, vector database access controls, model integration surface area, and software supply chain dependencies. Support continuous monitoring (ConMon), technical risk evaluations, and cloud architecture reviews across multi-tenant, multi-classification environments. Coordinate with Authorizing Officials (AOs), program managers, and engineering leads to deliver decision-ready risk briefings and ATO recommendations. Provide technical input and oversight for cybersecurity engineering and penetration testing activities across prototype projects. Required Qualifications Active Top Secret security clearance Current DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II or Level III certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CISM, CISSP, CCISO, CAP/CISC) 5-7+ years of experience conducting security control assessments, compliance testing, or A&A/RMF activities for DoD or federal information systems Solid operational understanding of core AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPCs, Security Groups, Security Hub) and how security controls function within cloud-native and CI/CD pipeline environments. Experience with GitLab CI/CD (pipeline design, runners, artifact management) and AWS Cloud services (EC2, VPC, IAM, S3). Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 (Rev. 4/5), NIST SP 800-37 (RMF), DoD Cloud Computing SRG, and FedRAMP baselines. Demonstrated experience writing and evaluating core RMF artifacts (SSPs, SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms) Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical risk clearly to executive stakeholders, Authorizing Officials, and engineering teams. Hands-on experience navigating government GRC repositories, such as eMASS or XACTA. Desired Qualifications Hands-on experience mapping security controls to the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, or the DoD Responsible AI (RAI) Guidelines. Familiarity evaluating secure design patterns for autonomous AI Agents (e.g., tool-calling permissions, sandboxing agent execution environments, prompt boundaries, and ReAct/LangGraph architectures). Experience assessing cloud-managed AI ecosystems and foundation model platforms (e.g., AWS Bedrock, AWS SageMaker, Hugging Face Enterprise, or self-hosted open-source models). Understanding of data protection, access controls, and boundary security for RAG pipelines and vector databases (e.g., OpenSearch Vector Engine, Pinecone, Milvus, or PostgreSQL pgvector). Familiarity evaluating risks unique to LLMs-including prompt injection, data poisoning, model inversion, insecure output handling, and open-source supply chain vulnerabilities in AI libraries (PyTorch, LangChain, LlamaIndex). Exposure to LLM guardrail platforms, evaluation frameworks, or AI security tools (e.g., Promptfoo, Garak, Giskard, NeMo Guardrails) used to test model robustness and output safety. Experience with cATO methodologies, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates (Terraform, CloudFormation), and container security (AWS EKS/ECS, Docker). Active AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security - Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Background or familiarity with offensive security, penetration testing The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $135,000.00 - $160,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity, confirm US Citizenship, and complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire. We are strictly looking for direct, full-time W2 employees. We do not engage with third-party staffing agencies, C2C, or 1099 independent contractors for this role.
NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.
Mooresville, North Carolina
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. Inspect production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Monitor SPC charts and use precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. Place product in boxes, ensuring safe transport to customer. Maintain inventory of job materials and ensure that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. Be able to read and understand product drawings and specifications. Able to confirm the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. Write work orders and update journal at end of shift. Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Plans and assists with product changeover and set up for equipment. Selection of proper tooling, fixtures, etc. to set up equipment for production. Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment; Start up and shut down processing equipment. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety of the department. Train operators as needed. Measure and record data associated with operating equipment; Provide advice or training to other technicians; select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. May operate production equipment when needed. Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager May input maintenance work orders through Maximo system Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and/or Experience Must be able to successfully complete all required job training High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Required Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. Required Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Required Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Preferred Qualifications Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
09/26/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. Inspect production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Monitor SPC charts and use precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. Place product in boxes, ensuring safe transport to customer. Maintain inventory of job materials and ensure that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. Be able to read and understand product drawings and specifications. Able to confirm the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. Write work orders and update journal at end of shift. Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Plans and assists with product changeover and set up for equipment. Selection of proper tooling, fixtures, etc. to set up equipment for production. Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment; Start up and shut down processing equipment. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety of the department. Train operators as needed. Measure and record data associated with operating equipment; Provide advice or training to other technicians; select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. May operate production equipment when needed. Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager May input maintenance work orders through Maximo system Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and/or Experience Must be able to successfully complete all required job training High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Required Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. Required Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Required Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Preferred Qualifications Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.
Mooresville, North Carolina
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. Inspect production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Monitor SPC charts and use precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. Place product in boxes, ensuring safe transport to customer. Maintain inventory of job materials and ensure that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. Be able to read and understand product drawings and specifications. Able to confirm the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. Write work orders and update journal at end of shift. Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Plans and assists with product changeover and set up for equipment. Selection of proper tooling, fixtures, etc. to set up equipment for production. Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment; Start up and shut down processing equipment. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety of the department. Train operators as needed. Measure and record data associated with operating equipment; Provide advice or training to other technicians; select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. May operate production equipment when needed. Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager May input maintenance work orders through Maximo system Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and/or Experience Must be able to successfully complete all required job training High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Required Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. Required Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Required Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Preferred Qualifications Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
09/26/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. Troubleshoot problems with equipment, devices, or products. Monitor and adjust production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. Inspect production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Monitor SPC charts and use precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. Place product in boxes, ensuring safe transport to customer. Maintain inventory of job materials and ensure that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. Be able to read and understand product drawings and specifications. Able to confirm the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. Provide production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. Write work orders and update journal at end of shift. Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations. Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Plans and assists with product changeover and set up for equipment. Selection of proper tooling, fixtures, etc. to set up equipment for production. Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment; Start up and shut down processing equipment. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety of the department. Train operators as needed. Measure and record data associated with operating equipment; Provide advice or training to other technicians; select cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. May operate production equipment when needed. Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager May input maintenance work orders through Maximo system Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Required Education and/or Experience Must be able to successfully complete all required job training High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Required Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. Required Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Required Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Preferred Qualifications Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. VII. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions VIII. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.
Mooresville, North Carolina
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Technical Leader I JOB GRADE: NE10 FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt DEPARTMENT NAME: NGKACU DEPARTMENT NUMBER: NGKACU REPORTS TO: Supervisor I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
09/26/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Technical Leader I JOB GRADE: NE10 FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt DEPARTMENT NAME: NGKACU DEPARTMENT NUMBER: NGKACU REPORTS TO: Supervisor I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.
Mooresville, North Carolina
Job Description Job Description Date Posted: 6-12-2026 Date Removed: 6-19-2026 Position: Continuous Tech Lead Department: Continuous Pay Grade: NE10 Shift: D-Shift (7:30PM-7:45AM 4on / 4off) Reminder: If you apply for a position and it is offered to you, and you decline the position, you will have to wait 6 months after posting for another position. Posting for a position after the deadline will disqualify you. (If posting is not able to be removed as soon as the 5pm deadline.) LATERAL MOVES ARE NOW ALLOWED WITH THE REVISED JOB BID SYSTEM. This requisition will be posted on the NGK recruiting board for 7 days. Members should also consider the following requirements after applying for a position. You must be on your current job for one (1) year if your job grade is 7 or lower. You must be in your current job for a minimum of two (2) years for job grades 8 or higher due to the more technical nature of the jobs. No disciplinary actions within the last year (low level points warnings may be waived if there are special circumstances that can be, or are, documented). Meet the minimum requirements of the open job description. Completion of the current learner's assessment and other training requirements. Completed Career Readiness Certificate (CRC). Members should be mindful of the shift, area, and job duties after applying for a job so as not to risk a six-month waiting period to apply for a future opportunity. The members should carefully consider all these factors to avoid rejecting a job offer. I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 4 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job . click apply for full job details
09/26/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description Date Posted: 6-12-2026 Date Removed: 6-19-2026 Position: Continuous Tech Lead Department: Continuous Pay Grade: NE10 Shift: D-Shift (7:30PM-7:45AM 4on / 4off) Reminder: If you apply for a position and it is offered to you, and you decline the position, you will have to wait 6 months after posting for another position. Posting for a position after the deadline will disqualify you. (If posting is not able to be removed as soon as the 5pm deadline.) LATERAL MOVES ARE NOW ALLOWED WITH THE REVISED JOB BID SYSTEM. This requisition will be posted on the NGK recruiting board for 7 days. Members should also consider the following requirements after applying for a position. You must be on your current job for one (1) year if your job grade is 7 or lower. You must be in your current job for a minimum of two (2) years for job grades 8 or higher due to the more technical nature of the jobs. No disciplinary actions within the last year (low level points warnings may be waived if there are special circumstances that can be, or are, documented). Meet the minimum requirements of the open job description. Completion of the current learner's assessment and other training requirements. Completed Career Readiness Certificate (CRC). Members should be mindful of the shift, area, and job duties after applying for a job so as not to risk a six-month waiting period to apply for a future opportunity. The members should carefully consider all these factors to avoid rejecting a job offer. I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Team Coordinator or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 4 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. VI. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job . click apply for full job details
NGK Ceramics USA, Inc.
Mooresville, North Carolina
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Technical Leader I JOB GRADE: NE10 FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt DEPARTMENT NAME: NGKACU DEPARTMENT NUMBER: NGKACU REPORTS TO: Supervisor I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
09/26/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Technical Leader I JOB GRADE: NE10 FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt DEPARTMENT NAME: NGKACU DEPARTMENT NUMBER: NGKACU REPORTS TO: Supervisor I. POSITION SUMMARY Technical leaders concentrate on the technical aspects of the production process, verifying correct setup and changeover, resolving production or equipment problems and reviewing quality of work. II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The section is not intended to be an all-inclusive list and NGK Ceramics reserves the right to include other duties as assigned): A. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager. B. Assists with product changeover and set up production equipment and verifies the functionality of safety equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. C. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, devices, or products. D. Monitors and adjusts production processes or equipment for quality and productivity. E. Inspects production for quality and adherence to customer specifications. F. Monitors SPC charts and uses precision measuring instruments to perform quality checks. G. Maintains inventory of job materials and ensures that operators have adequate raw materials and supplies. H. Confirms the correct entry of computer input of ticket information. I. Provides production, progress, or changeover reports to shift supervisors. J. Writes work orders and updates journal at end of shift. K. Follows company policies and enforces safety regulations. L. Follows work procedures to meet production schedules. M. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. N. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and safety in the department. O. Trains operators as needed. P. Measures and records data associated with operating equipment; provides advice or training to employees in the assigned area; and selects cleaning materials, tools, or equipment. Q. Operates production equipment, when needed. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 2 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 R. Assists engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new products, processes, or procedures. S. Communicates safety discrepancies or issues to the Supervisor or Area Manager T. Inputs maintenance work orders through Maximo system U. Reviews internal email and calendar system several times per shift V. Participates in PM (Preventive Maintenance), MMOL (Machine Maintenance Operator Leader), and G5S (Global 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), and Kaizen activities, as needed W. Follows all EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures, including the disposal of waste and used materials X. This job has no supervisory responsibilities and no direct reports. III. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES A. Customer Focus: Knows and anticipates relevant internal / external customer needs and acts accordingly; gives high priority to customer service; seeks to understand customer expectations; consistently demonstrates extra effort to insure customer satisfaction. B. Environmental Awareness and Compliance: Understands and follows established personal safety, security and environmental practices; complies with local, federal and company health, safety, security and environmental regulations; and identifies unsafe or unsecure conditions and take corrective actions. C. Functional & Technical Expertise and Computer Skills: Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one's own area of specialty (not technical e.g., Finance, HR Management); acquiring and applying technical and functional knowledge in one's own technological area of specialty; using a personal computer and related applications to convey and retrieve information. D. Integrity and Accountability: Acts with integrity; adheres to stated core values and beliefs; accepts responsibility for his/her actions and decisions; is trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. E. Organizational Awareness: Having and using knowledge of systems, situations, procedures, and culture inside the organization to identify potential problems and opportunities; perceiving the impact and the implications of decisions on other components of the organization. F. Respect and Humility: Approaches others with respect and humility; shows respect for other's feelings, attitudes, reasoning and opinion; recognizes the value of diversity; emphasizes team success above personal gain; responds well to constructive criticism. G. Safety Orientation: Practices safe behavior; follows safety policies and guidelines; embraces activities that will promote member safety; adheres to personal and team safety regulations; actively participates and supports company safety initiatives; expects and communicates adherence to safety standards from members at all levels. H. Teamwork: Recognizes and appreciates the use of the combined efforts of the group of members, working effectively and efficiently to achieve goals and objectives safely. NGK CERAMICS USA, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Code: 2101 Page 3 of 4 Effective Date: 07.23.2018 IV. REQUIRED AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A. Required Education and/or Experience 1. Must be able to successfully complete all required job training 2. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 3. 6 month manufacturing/warehousing experience or equivalent 4. CRC Bronze or above B. Required Language Skills 1. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and emergency procedure, and maintenance instructions. 2. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. 3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers. C. Required Mathematical Skills 1. Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. D. Required Reasoning Ability 1. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 2. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form E. Preferred Qualifications 1. Fork Lift License and Pallet Jack License 2. Knowledge of database software; inventory software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and word processing software 3. Certified Production Technician program completion V. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands 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 will be determined on a case by case basis): A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. B. The employee may be occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. C. The employee may occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to occasionally use a pallet jack to move 400-500 pounds. D. The employee may be required to successfully pass scheduled testing for vision, hearing, respirator fitting and spirometry. WORK ENVIRONMENT A. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration. B. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; and occasionally loud. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS/PPE A. Safety shoes must be worn while on NGK property. B. The employee will work in multiple areas and will abide by any safety requirements; hearing, head and eye protection are required in designated areas or under prescribed work conditions. EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER A. This job description is not to be considered a written contract. Employment with NGK is at will. This means that the employee, as well as the company, is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason not prohibited by law. Also, this job description is not designed to be a complete listing of the tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.