Process Technician: Day M-TH

Viaflex•Brandon, SD

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Operate various machines in production. Coordinate operation of the line with team. Assist with process improvement and training. The Process Technician will operate machines during production and other runs, perform machine setups and changeovers, and verify machine setups to meet requirements for quality products. They will assure compliance with the production schedule, maintain knowledge of production processes and related systems, and work with the production team to troubleshoot problems with machines and products. Depending on the division, they may ensure raw materials meet quality standards, provide input on new product development, recommend product or process improvement strategies, and monitor production data such as scrap levels, machine downtime, and defects. The role also involves providing basic training for team members, potentially assisting training staff in developing training programs, and depending on the division, servicing and operating test equipment. The technician will participate in production improvement initiatives, monitor variance and yields, and take necessary action to correct or resolve discrepancies. They will demonstrate Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions, maintain a clean and safe work area, and follow established safety and ergonomic standards. The role may also involve performing comparable duties of a similar or related nature and assisting in other areas as needed. Additionally, the technician will be responsible for learning, understanding, continuously improving, and promoting the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

Requirements

Associate degree, or military training, in related technical field.
Minimum 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Fully meets the competencies of a Machine Operator, per division standards.
Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to direct the work efforts of other team members.
Aptitude to learn electrical and/or mechanical skills.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Team player who is self-motivated and has ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work at a fast pace efficiently.
Basic math skills.
Ability to read blueprints and work instructions and maintain accurate records.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.
Ability to operate forklift, pallet mover, or hoist equipment.
Forklift certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Operate machines during production and other runs.
Perform machine setups and changeovers.
Verify machine is set up to meet requirements to assure quality products.
Assure compliance with production schedule.
Maintain knowledge of production processes and related systems.
Work with production team to troubleshoot problems with machine and product.
Ensure raw materials meet quality standards (depending on division).
Provide input on new product development activities.
Recommend product or process improvement strategies.
Monitor production data such as scrap levels, machine down time, and defects.
Provide basic training for team members.
Assist training staff in developing training programs (may).
Service and operate test equipment (depending on division, may).
Participate in production improvement initiatives.
Monitor variance and yields and take necessary action to correct or resolve discrepancies.
Demonstrate Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Follow established safety and ergonomic standards.
Perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed (may be called upon).
Learn, understand, continuously improve, and promote the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.