Process Technician - WTC|Night Shift

AFL Telecommunications • Duncan, SC

88d

About The Position

The Process Technician I will be dedicated to supporting, maintaining, and improving the performance of assigned production lines. This person will be capable of applying their technical skills and experience to become a process expert that is able to establish process setup parameters, train operators, conduct new product trials, maintain process tooling, and implement improvements.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent. Those currently enrolled will also be considered, but must be willing and able to work full-time while attending school.
• Manufacturing experience (1–5 years) as a production operator/team leader or maintenance/process technician is a plus.
• Able to support off-shift and/or weekend operations with minimal notice.
• Strong analytical, math, mechanical, and written and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of Environment Health and Safety (EHS) management systems.
• General understanding of quality management systems including current ISO 9001 standard.
• Basic understanding of plant accounting.
• Practical understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• User of Oracle R12 or similar manufacturing related modules.
• Intermediate or higher user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Knowledge of statistical analysis software such as Minitab.

Nice To Haves

• Those candidates with extensive manufacturing backgrounds will be considered even if they lack the degree requirement; however, they must be willing and able to complete a supplemental education program.
• Preferred: Mechanical Engineering Degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily process and quality support for assigned production lines to include the investigation of issues, the disposition of items with defects, and the initiation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Select, design, modify, and maintain tooling, fixtures, and equipment as needed to improve safety, quality, throughput, and productivity.
• Administer and maintain process setup documentation to ensure that all products are manufactured in accordance with product design requirements.
• Develop and maintain training documentation related to the operation of the process, including procedures related to the execution of setups, tooling maintenance, and in-process monitoring.
• Provide training to operators as required to ensure that process procedures are well comprehended and followed.
• Provide hands-on engineering support for new product industrialization and initial production runs ensuring that the process is capable of safely producing high quality product that meets specification, productivity, and cost targets.
• Interact with customers on technical and quality related topics or issues. Support efforts to resolve customer complaints attributed to the process.
• Work with internal and external suppliers of materials, equipment, and services to execute projects, resolve problems, and improve processes.
• Support business plan objectives to increase productivity, reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance safety.
• Participate, and support cross-functional project teams as assigned to achieve required objectives on time and on budget.
• Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.

Benefits

• 8% Shift Premium for Night Shift employees
• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree