Manufacturing Process Technician
On-site · St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Manufacturing Process Technicians at Watlow provide hands-on technical support to production cells in the ceramic heater product line. Responsibilities include troubleshooting manufacturing issues, performing equipment changeovers, designing and fabricating tooling, and implementing process improvements. Candidates must have a relevant technical degree or equivalent experience, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret engineering documentation. Effective communication skills and the willingness to work on-site are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Technical degree or comparable 2-year degree in a relevant field (e.g., mechatronics, maintenance, electronics, ceramics), or equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, mechanical prints, and basic wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with manufacturing materials, basic manufacturing processes, and common measurement tools
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems using a structured, data-driven approach
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to explain technical information to operators, engineers, and leaders
- Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing environment and support occasional overtime or off-shift work
Desired Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, or tooling technician role supporting ceramic production equipment
- Working knowledge of electrical wiring, controls, and mechanical systems
- Proficiency using manual machine tools (mill, lathe) to fabricate fixtures and tooling
- Experience using calipers, micrometers, and other measurement tools
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing tools such as 6S, standard work, and basic problem solving
- Experience working in environments with strong safety and quality requirements
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