Manufacturing Technician - Surfacing, 2nd Shift

About us

Our Business Unit Lighting and Imaging offers smart solutions for light delivery and image transmission in demanding environments — from medical devices, industrial, and safety applications to aviation and automotive. With manufacturing sites in Europe and North America, and supported by SCHOTT’s global sales network, we are a leading supplier of high-quality fiber optic and LED components.

Your Contribution

• Captures and coordinates production activities, assisting engineering staff and supervisor in troubleshooting, new product development, writing processes, and other tasks as assigned.
• Assists in introducing new products into manufacturing.
• Assists in troubleshooting equipment, fixtures, tooling, and technical issues.
• Maintains production schedules and coordinates material flow within the area.
• Sets up and performs machine stretching operations, monitors stretch cycles, troubleshoots, and adjusts machines during cycle as needed.
• Performs inspections of image inverters and tapers as required.
• Troubleshoots causes of rejects and assists supervisors and engineers in implementing corrective actions.
• Performs machine preventative maintenance according to the PM maintenance schedule.
• Rebuilds and prepares components for machine repair.
• Performs routine electrical and electronic maintenance.
• Maintains production and run parameter records, product identification, and scheduling.
• Orders and maintains adequate inventory of parts and supplies.
• Performs all the functions of Twist/Stretch Operator A as assigned.
• Writes and revises process specs and route sheets.
• Builds prototype samples and R&D parts.
• Inspects in-process work to ensure quality and verify proper procedures are being followed.
• Aids in training less qualified employees.
• Aids engineering personnel as required.
• Suggests improvements in equipment and procedures.
• Operates with minimal direct supervision.
• Maintains housekeeping practices per departmental 5S program.
• Accurately enters database/SAP transactions in the computer.
• Maintains daily records, including labor sheets and routers.

Your Profile

• Minimum eight (8) years’ experience on the job or in a manufacturing field.
• Capable of providing technical support for the improvement and development of manufacturing products and processes.
• Computer proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office software.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.

Your Benefits

We offer a unique corporate culture emphasizing equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our motivated and committed employees are key to our success. You can expect interesting tasks and challenging projects, as well as motivated and friendly teams in fields that influence our future.

Pay and Schedule

Hourly Pay Range: $30.00-$34.00
Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits

We believe in a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.

Contact Us

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the application process or if you are interested in learning more about working with us.

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