Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.
Job Type: Full-time / On-site
Shift + Hours: 2nd shift: 2pm-10:30pm; $10k sign-on bonus
How You’ll Make an Impact
As a Process Technician you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.
The Process Technician is primarily responsible for setting up and maintaining automated molding equipment and machine systems and providing technical support to commercial press molding.
- Disassemble, clean and reassemble material handling equipment in a thorough and timely manner.
- Maintain disposable equipment inventory levels using the Kanban system
- Prepare and label solvent hazardous waste for disposal.
- Follow procedures for safe handling of flammable solvents.
- Assemble material handling equipment.
- Accurately record data on routers, QAD and other ERP systems used.
- Set-up, troubleshoot, and maintain molding equipment, presses, material delivery, part handling, and cold runner systems, and manual and automatic cutting and punching fixtures and associated peripherals.
- Ability to wire heaters in parallel or series.
- Replace intricate mold components.
- Inspect, review and score mold conditions.
- Execute established molding DOEs.
- Balance a multi-drop cold runner utilizing sequential valve gates.
- Understand and follow SOPs pertaining to your area.
- Maintain Safety, Quality, Productivity, scrap, rework, utilization, and efficiency
- Observe and promote Company standards and policies on safety, quality and productivity.
- Utilize Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in medical device and clean room environment.
- Support and observe 5S and other lean manufacturing methodologies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success
- High School, GED, or equivalent certificate
- 3+ years of experience as an operator or technician working on injection molding equipment for plastics, silicone, or rubber
- Proficient in basic hand tools i.e. adjustable wrench, Allen keys, screwdrivers, ratchet and sockets
- Basic understanding of Preventative Maintenance Programs and 5S principles
- Excellent (written and verbal) communication and effective human interaction skills.
- Flexible to change and possess a high degree level of integrity and “can do attitude”.
- Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals
- Able to convert units of measurement, add, subtract multiplication and division.
- Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward
- Additional Technical training – Vocational or Associate’s Degree level
- Experience performing mechanical, electrical, electronics, hydraulics or pneumatic systems repair
- Medical Device manufacturing and clean room environment experience
Your Work Environment/Physical Requirements
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work - whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:
- Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
- Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
- Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
- Lifting or movement of materials – up to 75lbs
- Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards
- Vision: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Lifting up to 75lbs. Exposure to lifting more than 100lbs is rare (if ever).
- Bending, stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl, reach above shoulders and repetitive bending or squatting with constant exposure to dynamic standing/walking and using hands to finer/handle or touch.
- Climbing a ladder.
- Exposed to working near moving mechanical parts with frequent risk of electrical shock.
- Occasionally be subject to, working in high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions, but rarely (if ever) be exposed to extreme cold or heat (non-weather) or wet/humid non weather conditions, travel on company business.
Benefits that Empower You
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
- 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career and professional growth
- Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
- Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!
Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.
For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.
We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.
Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.
We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
