1st Shift Process Tech

Alleguard•Greer, SC

About The Position

Alleguard is hiring a Process Tech to organize manufacturing processes and practices by developing and applying standard operating parameters for products and equipment used in manufacturing. The role formulates, administers, and coordinates manufacturing policies, processes, methods, and procedures to improve operating performance, reduce waste and delays, and promote plant-wide cost reductions. The position pays $22 per hour and is scheduled Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; flexibility is required because hours may change with the production schedule. The Process Tech provides manufacturing technical support, investigates process and operational problems, and applies continuous-improvement methods. The role also supports product manufacturability reviews and helps coordinate manufacturing processes with quality, environmental, and safety requirements. The position may involve intense physical exertion in low-to-high temperatures and humidity. It requires medium strength and dexterity, and may involve lifting up to 40 pounds to shoulder height, standing, bending, and stretching for extended periods. Personal protective equipment includes eye protection, hearing protection, and composite-toe shoes.

Requirements

High school diploma; relevant experience may be substituted for the education requirement at the discretion of the hiring manager or Plant Manager.
Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing or assembly environment.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for effectively manufacturing and distributing goods.
Knowledge of health and safety practices and regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including medium strength and dexterity, possible lifting up to 40 pounds to shoulder height, and extended periods of standing, bending, and stretching.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including eye protection, hearing protection, and composite-toe shoes.

Nice To Haves

Degree from a vocational school.

Responsibilities

Develop, document, and maintain standard press operating parameters for job setup and startup, including documentation and tracking of process deviations.
Use time studies or standard data to assess machine, assembly, and hand operations; production methods; equipment layout; material handling; and workforce, equipment, and material utilization to improve operating performance.
Analyze production results and deviations to identify root causes of failures or process inconsistencies using statistical methods, and recommend changes to designs, tolerances, or processing methods.
Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.
Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations.
Troubleshoot problems involving new and existing product designs, materials, or processes.
Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand and power tools, and reassemble equipment.
Assist in reviewing product designs for manufacturability and completeness.
Apply continuous-improvement methods, such as lean manufacturing, to improve manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness.
Investigate or resolve operational problems, including material-use variances and bottlenecks.
Recommend ways to improve utilization of personnel, materials, and utilities; coordinate manufacturing processes with quality-control objectives and standards; and initiate actions to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize costs.
Ensure environmental and safety policies are followed and comply with procedures, regulations, and instructions for environmental and safety programs.
Promote awareness and fulfillment of customer requirements, quality-system requirements, and applicable state, federal, and local environmental and safety laws and regulations.
Escalate issues to leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.