Machining & Process Optimization Technician

Noveon Magnetics Inc.; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day

HSA with Employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) plan with match

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Company Paid Holidays

Job summary

Noveon Magnetics, a leader in rare earth magnet manufacturing, is seeking a Process Technician to optimize machining lines and support engineering trials in San Marcos, Texas. You will operate, maintain, and improve multiwire slicing and precision grinding equipment, collaborating with engineers to drive higher yield and tighter tolerances.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years in high-precision manufacturing, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to document changes and SOP updates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years in high-precision manufacturing, machining, or process optimization.
• Experience with DOEs and structured problem solving.
• Ability to read drawings, GD&T symbols, and electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process optimization and recipe management to maximize yield and throughput.
• Partner with engineers to set up and run DOEs; document outcomes.
• Diagnose mechanical/electrical faults; perform repairs and tuning.
• Analyze production data to identify root causes of drift or defects.
• Create and update SOPs; document changes in logs and systems.
• Verify geometric tolerances using measurement tools and ensure traceability.

Skills

Process optimization

DOE

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in advanced manufacturing

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Optical measurement systems

Job description

Noveon Magnetics, a leader in rare earth magnet manufacturing, is seeking a Process Technician to optimize machining lines and support engineering trials in San Marcos, Texas. You will operate, maintain, and improve multiwire slicing and precision grinding equipment, collaborating with engineers to drive higher yield and tighter tolerances.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years in high-precision manufacturing, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to document changes and SOP updates.