Thermo Senior Process Technician

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Thermo Senior Process Technician to support and improve thick- and thin-wall thermoforming operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role will focus on process optimization, equipment performance, troubleshooting, waste reduction, quality, and continuous improvement while partnering closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee thermoforming operations to support equipment performance, product quality, and production schedules
• Develop and implement process improvements for thick- and thin-wall thermoforming operations
• Troubleshoot thermoforming equipment and production issues to minimize downtime
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues
• Support preventative maintenance programs for thermoforming equipment
• Partner with quality teams to resolve thermoformed product issues and improve process stability
• Train and mentor team members on thermoforming techniques, best practices, and safety procedures
• Ensure thermoforming activities meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain production data, maintenance records, quality documentation, and performance metrics
• Collaborate with engineering, design, quality, R&D, and supply chain teams on process and product improvements
• Support coordination between extrusion and thermoforming operations to improve workflow and production performance
• Review manufacturing designs, specifications, materials, tooling, and production processes for manufacturability
• Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and design-for-manufacturability initiatives
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing teams to resolve production and process issues

Requirements

• Extensive experience with thick- and thin-wall thermoforming operations and processing
• Strong hands-on knowledge of thermoforming equipment, materials, tooling, troubleshooting, and process optimization
• Experience identifying manufacturing issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions
• Ability to analyze production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, cost, and safety