Process Technician

JOA•Sheboygan Falls, WI

About The Position

The Process Technician performs and coordinates converting equipment startup and checkout duties to support the on-time, functional delivery of company products. The role supports process improvement, resolves process issues in coordination with the Project Leader, and provides training and process support at company plants and customer locations. It involves extensive international travel, including extended stays for long-term field support.

Requirements

Education generally equivalent to an Associate’s degree in electro-mechanical technology, engineering technology, or equivalent experience.
0 to 3 years of converting equipment startup and process improvement experience.
Ability to travel internationally for extended periods, up to 50% per year.
Good oral and written communication skills for communicating with engineering and manufacturing staff and customers about startup and process improvement issues.
Strong knowledge of process improvement techniques.
Forklift certification and ability to safely drive a forklift.
Ability to use a lathe, drill press, and welding equipment.
Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools, power tools, a tachometer, strobe light, temperature probe, high-speed camera, baler, and calipers.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 software.
Solid understanding of electro-mechanical and pneumatic principles of operation.
Ability to wear safety glasses and hearing protection as needed while working in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, talk and/or hear; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to occasionally sit, operate machine controls with the feet, reach above the shoulders, and lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Assist with converting equipment startup and checkout procedures to ensure the on-time and functional delivery of company products.
Resolve process issues using a methodical, well-communicated approach with the Project Leader.
Complete line audits and document process changes.
Coordinate engineering equipment upgrades through the engineering function.
Ensure documentation is accurate and properly posted on the network.
Travel extensively, including abroad, and provide long-term field support with extended stays.
Provide training and process support at plants and customer locations.
Participate in morning planning meetings to develop daily activities and task lists.
Obtain the appropriate level of resources from technical services.
Communicate effectively and professionally with customers, particularly in high-pressure situations.
Identify and eliminate safety hazards and maintain safe operating procedures.
Maintain appropriate and timely housekeeping procedures in the bay.
Continuously review and update the standard action list.
Build, assemble, and install parts as needed.