Process Technician

The incumbent provides technical assistance to Production and Maintenance in resolving day-to-day production problems and provides technical knowledge/assistance to Engineering for development projects involving new or modified equipment/processes.

The Process Technician is a member of the production unit who provides both process and equipment troubleshooting and gathers pertinent information for Production, Engineering, Maintenance and Quality by continuously evaluating the process equipment and recommending changes to improve safety, quality and value.

The Process Technician will preferably possess a 2 year degree in a relevant field. Experience in the production processes of cutting, edging, washing, screening, bending and tempering as well as in products and process capabilities is highly preferred. S/he must also possess above-average technical skills and maintain an up-to-date basic knowledge of all plant processes as each area is closely dependent upon the others. The ability to read blueprints and knowledge of SPC, geometric tolerance and how these concepts help assure that customer specifications are met, are critical success factors.

The participate must possess strong technical trouble-shooting skills and be able to work either as part of a team or independently, as the situation dictates. S/he must also have good communication skills (both verbal and written) to communicate and work effectively with employees at all levels within the plant, as well as outside vendors and contractors. A strong work ethic, attention to detail and knowledge of plant security/confidentiality policies when dealing with outside suppliers are also required.