The Problems You’ll Solve …

• You will perform rigorous inspection and testing of raw materials on the plant floor to ensure they meet quality and compliance standards.

• Coordinate with suppliers to address any discrepancies or quality issues with raw materials.

• Develop, implement, and maintain testing protocols in the laboratory to assess raw material characteristics and properties, ensuring alignment with baseline standards.

• Use laboratory equipment and techniques to measure and analyze raw materials against established specifications, identifying deviations that could impact product quality.

• Conduct a thorough analysis of test results and work with suppliers to improve raw material consistency and conformance to standards.

• Work collaboratively with production teams to improve the intake and handling of raw materials on the plant floor, emphasizing the prevention of contamination and degradation.

• Regularly review and update raw material specifications to align with advancements in industry standards and technological developments.

• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable testing results.

• Maintain detailed records of raw material inspections, test results, and corrective actions, ensuring traceability and compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the understanding of raw material characteristics and their impact on final product quality, and implement appropriate adjustments in production processes.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing raw material utilization, reducing waste, and enhancing product quality.

• Interface with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure the timely availability of high-quality raw materials, addressing supply chain risks, and mitigating potential impacts on production.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
 

• This role will be based out of our Aromas, CA location. This is a manufacturing environment with loud noises and some exposure to dust and the natural environment

• Travel, when appropriate, will be expected between our Aromas and San Francisco locations at least quarterly and possibly to other areas throughout the U.S. to meet with team members, attend conferences, or visit with peer companies

• You will be walking throughout the facility and may occasionally be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. You may be asked to lift boxes or other items that can range from 10-40 lb

• Serving as a Fireclay Tile Brand Ambassador, representing our core values including:

  • Kindness

  • Honesty

  • Tread Lightly on the Earth

  • Measure Twice, Cut Once

  • Ganas (Desire)

• Accountable to the B Corp standards the company lives up to including Corporate Governance, Environment, Employee Welfare, and Community

• The pay range for this position is between $65,000-95,000 salary.

About You …

• Project Management experience (a plus)

• XRF Chemical Analysis 

• Experience with ASTM and ANSI Tile testing.

• Strong Analytical skills 

• 5s experience in a lab environment

• Knowledge and appreciation of Lean Manufacturing

• Team player - you will be working with the entire production team

• Bachelor’s Degree: Ceramics, Materials Science and Engineering, or related experience

• Spanish speaking skills (a plus)

Fireclay provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Fireclay will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by contacting people@fireclaytile.com. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at people@fireclaytile.com.