Automation Process Technician: Drive Productivity & Quality

Colonial Group; Gallaway (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Gallaway, TN is seeking a Process Technician responsible for the beginning set-up and automation processes for production, with emphasis on improving productivity, efficiency and utilization. You will communicate with shift supervision, coordinate materials, respond to alarms, and support continuous improvement initiatives while complying with safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma and plastics manufacturing experience, and willingness to work non-standard

Qualifications

• High school graduate with two years plastics manufacturing experience or technical training on injection molding machines/automation preferred.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; fill out simple forms.
• Ability to add/subtract two-digit numbers and solve practical problems with limited standardization.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with shift Supervisor and other departments regarding quality, equipment, instructions and productivity.
• Coordinate warehouse activities to maintain raw materials and outgoing pallets.
• Respond to machine alarms and take corrective action on quality issues, processing and equipment repairs.
• Actively participate in Total Housekeeping Management.
• Provide technical assistance to maintain productivity to meet scheduling and quality requirements.
• Assist in shift operations and contribute ideas for continuous improvement and special projects.
• Comply with EPA, MSDS, Lockout-Tagout, and all safety standards; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and interpreting documents

Math skills

Problem solving

Attendance and shift hours flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding machines

Automation equipment

Job description

Colonial Group in Gallaway, TN is seeking a Process Technician responsible for the beginning set-up and automation processes for production, with emphasis on improving productivity, efficiency and utilization. You will communicate with shift supervision, coordinate materials, respond to alarms, and support continuous improvement initiatives while complying with safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma and plastics manufacturing experience, and willingness to work non-standard