Shell Technician

Do you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality? Enjoy working with your hands, troubleshooting equipment, and helping improve manufacturing processes?

At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for a Ceramic Technician to join our team in Oxford, AL!

Why join us?

Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a light, there’s a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen?

We are a specialist manufacturer of complex precision cast components for aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines, supporting leading OEM programs.

We excel in turning metals into motion, working in alloys and manufacturing complex product designs to offer an unparalleled range of solutions for high performance and specialist applications.

• An interesting and varied field to work in
• An environment where you can learn and grow through ongoing development opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Competitive 401(k)
• Competitive medical insurance

As a Ceramic Technician, you will be responsible for conducting technical testing and evaluating ceramic materials and raw inputs to support quality assurance. You will recommend slurry adjustments, support shell process audits and trials, and help maintain efficient robotic dipping operations through troubleshooting robotic systems and FactoryTalk software. You will also support dewaxing and flash fire operations to ensure consistent processing, product quality, and compliance with engineering and customer specifications.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Perform ceramic technical testing and recommend appropriate slurry adjustments to maintain process quality and consistency.
• Conduct audits of the shell process to ensure compliance with established procedures and specifications.
• Develop a thorough understanding of shell area operations, including loading and etching, dipping, takedown, dewaxing, and flash fire.
• Inspect wax clusters to identify defects and ensure quality standards are met before further processing.
• Troubleshoot robotic dipping equipment and FactoryTalk systems to support reliable and efficient operations.
• Complete data entry and analysis to monitor process performance and support continuous improvement.
• Assist with shell trials, process evaluations, and the implementation of improvements.

If you have any of the below skills, we would love to talk to you about your next career move:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in a shell area or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with shell dipping processes is preferred but not essential.
• Familiarity with computers, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), or industrial control systems is preferred but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to identify and logically troubleshoot problems involving equipment, processes, and raw materials.
• Self-motivated, trustworthy, and willing to learn through on-the-job training.

Equal opportunities:
Doncasters is committed to achieving workforce diversity and we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, national origin, race, age, sex, gender identity, disability- physical or hidden, sexual orientation, veteran status, religious belief, or any other characteristics protected by law. We provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We encourage all applicants to reach out if they require any support or accommodations to enable them to thrive throughout our recruitment process. Please contact careers@doncasters.com.