Glass Melting Technician

Kopp Glass, a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer of high-performance, custom glass products, is seeking to hire a Glass Melting Technician to support various areas within our advanced manufacturing environment including, but not limited to, activities related to glass melting and furnace operations using SCADA software monitoring and analysis. This person takes a hands-on approach to equipment operation, adhering to key aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS) related to process improvement, product documentation, corrective action, and preventative action procedures. The role will support and perform critical preparatory and manufacturing processes for activities associated with glass melting, forming, and analysis, blending technical aspects with hands-on responsibilities. This is a fully onsite position that will be responsible for performing job functions in Rostraver Township (15012). Candidates must also have flexibility to work off shifts.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Continually monitors SCADA information related to furnace activities, reacting through prescribed response schedules and maintenance procedures.


• Record and analyze melt parameters using Engineering-led tools and workbooks for monitoring glass adjustments and resulting quality.


• Perform hands-on technical and operational activities utilizing automated and specialized glass-processing equipment.


• Execute furnace melting and operational schedules ensuring glass and furnaces are prepared for manufacturing activities.


• Coordinate, inventory, maintain, and organize refractories related to glass melting processes.


• Collaborate with engineering on process development, equipment optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a relevant technical or applied science field.


• Relevant experience in quality, automation, robotics, or other technical environments; Various positions available dependent on experience.  


• Ability to learn and operate automated and specialized manufacturing, measurement, and/or process equipment.


• Ability to interpret, monitor, and accurately document technical process and quality information.


• Operate fork truck and physical ability to complete “hands-on” duties


• Proficient Microsoft Office skills including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 


• Proficient verbal and written communication skills. 

Access to our facility (and therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents of the United States. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes.