Process Technician 2nd Shift

Noveon Magnetics • San Marcos, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Technician – Machining & Optimization is an autonomous, technically advanced role responsible for the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated machining lines. Beyond day-to-day operation of multiwire slicing and precision grinding equipment, you will act as a key bridge between the production floor and the engineering team. You will independently diagnose process bottlenecks, execute experimental trials, perform hands-on equipment repairs, and optimize machine recipes to drive higher yield, tighter tolerances, and minimized material waste.

Requirements

• Has a High school diploma or GED required.
• Possesses 3–5+ years of experience in high-precision manufacturing, technical machining, or process optimization.
• Is knowledgeable with structured problem-solving methodologies and experience participating in or executing engineering DOEs.
• Is able to work independently with minimal supervision, manage competing priorities on the floor, and take ownership of technical issues from diagnosis through resolution.
• Can demonstrate strong mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) symbols, and electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Can demonstrate excellent written communication skills for detailing engineering changes, drafting maintenance logs, and updating production teams on recipe modifications.

Nice To Haves

• A technical certification, vocational training, or an Associate’s degree in advanced manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or mechanical technology is highly preferred.
• Direct experience repairing or tuning multiwire saws or precision grinding systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, adjusting, and optimizing machine programs and process "recipes" (e.g., wire speed, feed rates, tension controls, grinding wheel profiles) to achieve maximum product yield and throughput.
• Partnering with engineers to set up and execute Design of Experiments (DOEs). Run structured trials on new wire types, abrasive wheels, slurries, or magnet geometries, meticulously documenting the outcomes.
• Independently diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults on slicing and grinding assets. Performing hands-on repairs, rebuilding assemblies, and modifying equipment setups to sustain high performance and minimize operational downtime.
• Proactively analyzing production data and machine performance to identify root causes of process drift, visual defects, or component wear. Developing and implementing localized solutions to improve structural quality.
• Authoring and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Formally documenting all process changes, recipe updates, and maintenance actions within the engineering log and inventory systems to maintain strict quality control.
• Utilizing micrometers, calipers, and optical measurement systems to verify tight geometric tolerances against blueprints, ensuring full material traceability.

Benefits

• Competitive Base
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan and match program
• Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Short Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Sick Leave (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Company Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED