Process Technician

Job Description Summary

The Process Technician role is responsible to observe and monitor production process to ensure product meets customer needs and regulatory requirements.

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities

The primary job duties and responsibilities are:

• The primary duties and responsibilities are:
• Follow all safety procedures and actively participate in safety improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and adjust forming, pressing, and drying processes to meet production targets for quality, throughput, and scrap.
• Conduct routine checks on process parameters (e.g., moisture, vacuum, temperature, pressure) and document findings.
• Assist in identifying root causes of process disruptions and provide real-time solutions to avoid downtime.
• Support the Process Engineer in implementing process improvements and validating results.
• Participate in start-up, shutdown, and changeover procedures for our machines.
• Record accurate data related to process performance, quality, and downtime.
• Assist maintenance and production teams during troubleshooting and equipment adjustments.
• Train operators on proper techniques and process control standards when needed.
• Participate in kaizen events, 5S initiatives, and other continuous improvement efforts.

Experience required

• 3+ year experience in a manufacturing environment; experience with molded fiber or paper-based processes is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of chemical dosing and ability to operate HMIs.
• Ability to interpret process control data and make appropriate adjustments.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Skills

An individual must have the following skills in the Process Technician position:

• Ability to work safely and to communicate with others in a professional manner.

•Detail-oriented.

•Basic analytical skills.

•Troubleshooting and problem solving.

•Ability to define and determine mechanical, process, or personnel issues.

•Technical aptitude for evaluating a process.

•Effective Collaboration with other departments

Physical requirements

This position is located in a manufacturing location. Physical requirements will include, but are not limited to:

•Standing for lengthy periods of time (frequent)

•Sitting for extended periods of time (frequent)

•Climbing up/down stairs/ladders/platforms (occasional)

•Working in a manufacturing environment that includes periods of hot and cold weather, dust, noise above 85 dBA, occasional odors, and moving equipment (frequent)

Working conditions

An individual who works in the Process Technician position:

•Must be physically able to perform the essential job duties.

•Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour schedule.

•Works overtime as required.

Education

High school diploma or GED required, technical training or certification in manufacturing preferred.

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Injection Molding Machine
• Extrusion Machine
• Die Cast Machine (Cold Chamber)
• Blow Molding Machine