Process Technician

Full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Production Supervisor with no travel required.

About the role

The Process Technician is responsible for setting up and maintaining production equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations. This role works closely with production teams to ensure all equipment functions properly and production runs efficiently, adhering to Altor Solutions’ standards for Safety, Quality, and Production.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Develop the molding process for each tool to run optimum cycle times while producing high-quality products that meet customer standards.
• Improve product quality through enhancements to the molding process.
• Reduce costs by lowering scrap rates on each tool.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to make recommendations on new tooling construction, including filling device, ejector type and location, fill/non-fill side selection, bypass location, draft, and other mold cavity features.
• Recommend modifications to tools to improve the molding process.
• Assist operators with packaging concerns.
• Set up and maintain production equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed.
• Ensure all equipment functions properly and efficiently.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.
• Follow plant-specified job specifications, task lists, and complete all required paperwork.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and policies, including lockout/tagout.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-6 months of relevant manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior work experience in mold changing with knowledge of the EPS molding process required.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge or experience with using ERP/MRP systems.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Core Values

Our core values define how we work and what we expect from every associate. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate these values:

• Accountability – Take full responsibility for actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust. Competencies: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization, and Learning Agility.
• Innovation – Champion creativity and collaboration to deliver groundbreaking solutions. Competencies: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork.
• Integrity – Uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and behavior. Competencies: Honesty, Consistency & Dependability, and Commitment to Excellence.
• Adaptability – Embrace change with agility and resilience. Competencies: Communication, Results Oriented, and Flexibility.
• Caring – Prioritize the well-being of people, communities, and business partners. Competencies: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy.
• Passion – Drive for excellence with determination, humility, and respect. Competencies: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility, and Respect.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision required to identify and troubleshoot machine process issues, read gauges, paperwork, and other visuals.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear.
• Frequently required to reach, stoop, bend, squat, stretch, and twist.
• Must work in, with, and near machinery and use hand tools.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hearing protection, safety glasses, steel/composite toe shoes, and gloves.
• Must apply critical thinking for complex problem-solving tasks.
• Must be able to work at heights and use a ladder.

Work Environment

• Typical manufacturing environment with proximity to other production associates, materials, and machinery.
• Moderate to high noise levels requiring ear protection.
• Moderate exposure to heat, cold, and noise, dependent on external weather temperatures.
• Work areas may occasionally have wet or damp conditions.