Process Technician: Molding & Automation Troubleshooter
Listed on 2026-07-27
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Quality Engineering
Position Summary
This position is responsible for assisting with process development and troubleshooting. This is a key position to support the Engineering group which, as a whole, is responsible for a large portion of the facility’s APQP process to support the flawless launch of new products. Training of supervisors, group leaders and production associates on new equipment and processes is also an important responsibility.
The process technician will be responsible for performing troubleshooting tasks and repair works on complex automated machines used to finish or inspect parts in both value streams. This position requires a strong awareness of best-practice rubber molding and finishing processes.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for assisting with process development and troubleshooting. This is a key position to support the Engineering group which, as a whole, is responsible for a large portion of the facility’s APQP process to support the flawless launch of new products. Training of supervisors, group leaders and production associates on new equipment and processes is also an important responsibility.
The process technician will be responsible for performing troubleshooting tasks and repair works on complex automated machines used to finish or inspect parts in both value streams. This position requires a strong awareness of best-practice rubber molding and finishing processes.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates with Supervisors, Group Leaders, Production, Quality, and Engineering.
- Assisting in engineering trials for prototype, PPAP, APQP, and product launch.
- Create Standard Work and evaluate for waste reduction opportunities.
- Provides manufacturing and process troubleshooting support to defined area(s) of the plant.
- Maintain, troubleshoot and repair semi-automatic or automatic machines used to perform finishing operations.
- Assist engineering team with maintaining accurate process instructions.
- Maintain adherence to Company policies, safety/ergonomic standards and good housekeeping practices.
- Understand and implement the health, safety and environmental policies and integrate them into daily work activities.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
- High School degree (or equivalent) and 3+ years of relevant experience.
- A working knowledge of rubber-to-metal adhesive systems is a plus.
- Good technical problem solving/analytical skills and mechanical aptitude are required.
- Operator training experience including mold changing, mold cleaning, mold repair.
- Ability to understand engineering drawings, tool designs, tool maintenance, press and machine operation is a plus.
- Experience with waste-less and flash-less molding processes is a strong plus.
- Experience in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Office is a plus.
- Must exhibit good communication, project management, interpersonal skills, and an ability to manage his/her own priorities and workload while working in a team environment.
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