Process Technician I
Corning•Phoenix, AZ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Process Technician I supports daily manufacturing operations by monitoring production processes, identifying abnormalities, and assisting with continuous improvement initiatives. This is an entry-level role designed for individuals beginning their careers in advanced manufacturing or process technology, with hands-on exposure to automated production systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Electronics, Materials Science, or a related field OR equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience
- 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment (internship or co-op experience acceptable)
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and quality concepts
- Ability to read work instructions, follow procedures, and document results
- Strong attention to detail and process discipline
- Basic problem-solving and analytical skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word; exposure to PowerPoint preferred)
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based production environment
- Willingness to learn and grow into more advanced technical responsibilities
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a high-volume, automated, or electronics/solar manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with MES, ERP, or production tracking systems
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin is a plus, but not required
Responsibilities
- Perform routine inspections of production processes to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Monitor production metrics such as yield (A-rate), repair rate, output performance, fragmentation rate, and overall line efficiency
- Support production teams in meeting quality, safety, and productivity targets
- Identify, document, and report process abnormalities or equipment-related issues
- Assist with basic root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
- Collect and analyze process data; escalate trends or anomalies to supervisors or engineers as needed
- Follow standardized work instructions and verify proper execution on the production floor
- Assist supervisors and senior technicians with onboarding and training of new operators
- Help reinforce SOP compliance and safe work practices
- Participate in on-site process improvement activities and kaizen initiatives
- Assist with implementation and validation of improvement actions
- Provide suggestions to enhance process stability, safety, and efficiency
- Assist with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) tasks, including order setup, order checks, and production data verification
- Ensure production orders are executed accurately according to system instructions
- Support coordination between production, quality, and engineering teams related to MES issues
Benefits
- Company-wide bonuses
- Long-term incentives
- 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Family building support
- Fitness programs
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disease management programs
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
