Process Technician - 3rd shift

Responsibilities

• Ensure the employee handbook is followed; adhere to IATF 16949 Instructions.
• Follow PPE policy and 5s principles.
• Gain and maintain a complete understanding of all production-related jobs, requirements, standard work, and tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit; prioritize team success over personal interests and foster morale and commitment to goals and objectives.
• Respond to first-aid or emergency situations; document and report all incidents/accidents.
• Maintain safe procedures and standard work; ensure all equipment and machinery are operational and in good condition.
• Aware of ergonomic principles; coordinate press and cell rotations.
• Understand lockout/tagout locations on machines and grinders.
• Ensure safety is top priority; work within Quality Control Department and customer requirements guidelines.
• Maintain open communication with employees and other supervisors.
• Solve production problems, make necessary equipment adjustments, and maintain machine cycles.
• Optimize machine cycle times by product; monitor and control product weight, color, and part thickness.
• Develop and document molding processes ensuring continuity; minimize molding defects through process improvements and corrective action.
• Meet or exceed continuous improvement goals and objectives; promote a positive attitude and courtesy to all employees.
• Use certain computer programs and software like PLEX; utilize root cause analysis to determine and correct machine issues.
• Perform basic problem-solving using understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics; teach and transfer knowledge of mechanical aptitude to others.
• Promote safety in the workplace by ensuring all electrical and mechanical guards and safety devices are working and in place.
• Double-check set-up techs' work before startup using a checklist; assist in start-ups to implement best training practices.
• Document any changes to presses in the process change log; run up heads, double-check blow pins, and grease guide pins at startup.
• Fix any mold issues that arise during production runs; willing to assist in other technical departments with a one-team mentality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude required.
• Basic knowledge in electrical, electronics, pneumatics, and hydraulics required.
• Able to operate, understand, and transfer knowledge of all machinery and equipment.
• Strong reading, mathematical, and communication skills required.
• Lockout/tag-out certification required.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office required.
• Problem-solving/trouble-shooting skills required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to manufacturing operations requiring use of all necessary safety equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, and bending.
• Must be able to tolerate repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently.
• Ability to stand for at least 8 hours on a concrete surface is required.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures.