Description:
Job Title: Process Technician
Department: Set-Up
Reports To: Production Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Travel: 0%
Must be able to work 4:30PM to 3:00AM Monday - Thursday
Job Summary
The Process Technician role is responsible for setting up and maintaining production equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations. This position will work closely with production teams to ensure that all equipment is functioning properly and production is running efficiently. Must follow Altor Solutions’ standards for Safety, Quality, and Production.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Maintain a safe work environment
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Develop the molding process for each tool to run optimum cycle times while producing high quality products that meet the standards of the customer.
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Improve Quality of Products molded through improvements to the molding process
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Reduce costs through reduction of scrap rates on each tool
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Work with Operations and Engineering to make specific recommendations on details of NEW tooling construction including but not limited to filling device and ejector type and location. Fill/non-fill side selection, bypass location, draft and other mold cavity features.
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Partner with Operations and Engineering to recommend modifications to tools to improve the molding process
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Assist the operators with packaging concerns
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Set up and maintain production equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed
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Ensure that all equipment is functioning properly and efficiently
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Work closely with production teams to ensure that equipment is set up to meet production needs
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Perform routine maintenance on equipment to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance Responsible for following plant specified job specification, task list and completion of all requirement paperwork.
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Responsible for conducting him/herself in a safe manner and adhering to all required safety protocols and policies, including lockout/tagout.
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All other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education Requirement/Work Experience
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Minimum 3-6 months of relevant manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Prior work experience in mold changing with knowledge of the EPS molding process required
- Experience with reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics
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Knowledge or experience with using ERP/MRP systems
- Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
Core Values
Our core values define how we work and what we expect from every associate. The ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate these values in performing the responsibilities of this role. Each core value represents essential behaviors and competencies aligned with the duties and qualifications of the position.
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Accountability – We take full responsibility for our actions and outcomes, ensuring transparency and trust with our stakeholders, customers, associates, and the environment. Competencies: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Planning & Organizing, Resilience, Time Management/Prioritization and Learning Agility
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Innovation – We champion creativity and collaboration, continually striving to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform our industry and exceed expectations. Competencies: Creativity & Curiosity, Continuous Improvement, Vision & Strategic Thinking, and Collaboration & Teamwork
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Integrity – We uphold the highest ethical standards of honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior in every decision and action, fostering trust at all levels in our organization. Competencies: Honesty, Consistency & Dependability and Commitment to Excellence
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Adaptability – We embrace change agility and resilience, staying flexible and proactive in a constantly evolving world. Competencies: Communication, Results Oriented and Flexibility
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Caring – We prioritize the well-being of our people, communities, and business partners, recognizing that their success and happiness are vital to our own. Competencies: Organizational Savvy, Risk Management, Compliance, Diversity, and Empathy
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Passion – We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence, demonstrating determination to succeed while maintaining humility and respect for others. Competencies: Commitment, Persistence & Tenacity, Humility and Respect
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; must be able to visually identify and trouble shoot issues with the machine processes. Must be able to read gauges, paperwork, and other visuals associated with the process. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers; talk and hear. Frequently required to reach, stoop, bend, squat, stretch, and twist. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is routinely required to reach with hands and arms. Must be able to work in, with, and near machinery and work with hand tools. Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hearing protection, safety glasses and steel/composite toe shoes, and gloves. Hearing protection and PPE is based on job assignments, tasks, or work areas. Must apply critical thinking to perform problem solving for complex tasks. The employee must be able to work at heights and be able to use a ladder.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments with proximity to other production associates, materials, and machinery. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high level with ear protection required. Moderate exposure to heat, cold, and noise. Heat and cold exposure is dependent on external weather temperatures. Work areas may occasionally have wet or damp conditions.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.
