Process Technician
On-siteAbbeville, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators such as scrap, defects, downtime, and machine performance while investigating process issues and implementing sustainable countermeasures. Participate in daily Tier 2 meetings to prioritize improvement opportunities, develop standardized work instructions, and recommend new equipment for all processing phases. Commission new installations, support R&D during product development, and lead team members in the absence of the area manager. Coach employees on process controls, safety, and quality expectations while actively driving continuous improvement initiatives through Kaizen events and root cause analysis.
Required Qualifications
- High School degree or GED
- Must follow plant safety regulations
- Visual requirements - ability to read instructional documents
- Ability to stand and walk 4-6 hours on concrete during a 9+ hour day
- Ability to sit 4-6 hours per 9+/hr shift performing desk work
- Ability to bend/stoop to floor level several times per day
- Ability to climb and descend 50 stairs several times per day
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to push, pull reels of cable weighting 4-8M pounds on occasion
Desired Qualifications
- Associate Degree preferred in Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Machine Tool Technology, Automotive Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical discipline
- 3-5 years of manufacturing experience preferred with demonstrated experience supporting process improvement, troubleshooting manufacturing equipment, optimizing production processes, or implementing continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to identify process improvements and implement sustainable solutions
- Experience participating in Lean Manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events, root cause analysis, A3/A1 problem solving, FMEA activities, or continuous improvement projects preferred
- SPC knowledge a plus
- Experience in extrusion, wire and cable manufacturing, or similar process-driven manufacturing environments preferred
- Strong mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, and analytical skills with the ability to identify process improvements, determine root causes, and implement sustainable solutions
- Proficient with computers, mobile devices, and manufacturing systems in a production environment
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