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Job Title

Production Specialist I

Responsible for the production of high quality ceramic, metallic, and non-metallic products.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform detailed visual and dimensional inspections of manufactured components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, blueprints, and quality standards.

• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, height gauges, and optical comparators to verify part dimensions and tolerances.

• Identify surface defects, cracks, chips, and irregularities through visual and mechanical inspection; accurately document results and report deviations to the supervisor or lead.

• Maintain a strong understanding of quality control standards and actively work to minimize reject rates through consistent inspection practices and communication with production staff.

• Support quality assurance processes by interpreting control charts and basic statistical process control (SPC) data to monitor production consistency.

• Perform and record in-process inspections throughout production to ensure parts meet required specifications at each stage.

• Conduct basic machine and equipment checks to ensure proper operation and report abnormalities or maintenance needs as necessary.

• Use the manufacturing computer system to enter inspection data, part transfers, and nonconformance reports, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.

• Follow established safety and cleanliness standards within the inspection and production area.

• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify quality issues and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support department and company goals.

Schedule:

• Regular shift: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Occasional Friday overtime may be required based on production needs.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience of 5+ years.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years ceramics manufacturing experience

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• May be able to perform advanced math skills, i.e. algebra, trigonometry.
• May be required to learn the use and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Duties and tasks reflect substantial variety and complexity, requiring extensive knowledge in a wide range of product specific manufacturing processes.
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Position Specific Title and Responsibilities (Optional): Position Title

• Required to complete Measurement and Drawing Basics training or equivalent.

Target Hiring Range

: USD 22.39 - USD 27.07

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!