Process Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Either an associate degree emphasizing a mechanical or manufacturing process program and three years of experience with manufacturing equipment and processes, mechanical or machine maintenance, and installation; or a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of that experience.
• Proficiency using powered and manual hand tools, such as a soldering iron, multimeter, wrench, hammer, and screwdriver.
• Math skills involving decimals and fractions.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints or drawings, including manuals, catalogues, schematics, or prints.
• Prior experience troubleshooting and repairing production tooling, production equipment, and testing equipment.
• Familiarity with, or ability to learn, statistical and quality methodologies such as SPC, SQC, 5S, 8D, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Gage R&R, and DOE.
• Understanding of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing effective product manufacturing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for explaining intricate job-related processes.
• Minimum proficiency in English to support effective new-hire training and ongoing communication about safety and quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Meet key performance indicators for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service.
• Follow practices and processes that ensure products are safe, comply with applicable laws and regulations, and meet company quality standards.
• Follow safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Set up, operate, test, and troubleshoot complex production equipment.
• Maintain established tolerances and adjust machinery as needed.
• Read and interpret basic drawings, schematics, and bills of material.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical equipment and instruments.
• Operate power and manual hand tools.
• Monitor instruments and equipment and collect operating data, including calibration, inspection, testing, and repair activities, to support equipment adjustments.
• Devise, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble new or modified mechanical components and machinery.
• Provide technical support to engineers to improve cycle time, yield, unit cost, quality, safety, and compliance in production and operations processes.
• Lead or participate with engineers in process failure discussions and investigations.
• Lead or participate with engineers in troubleshooting, analysis, evaluation, implementation, and documentation of technical solutions.
• Participate with engineers on projects or programs of minimal size, scope, and duration.
• Collaborate with production personnel and other departments to gather information, draft reports, and improve equipment, processes, and products.
• Recommend continuous improvement plans for areas where efficiency, quality, safety, or service can be improved.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Short-term disability
• Tuition assistance
• Product discounts