Manufacturing Process Technician II: CI & Mentoring

Gentex Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentex Corporation is seeking a Process Technician II to lead production support activities, optimize equipment and processes, and improve overall efficiency. You will monitor controls, analyze downtime, and mentor hourly Technicians while collaborating with engineering and other teams to implement durable solutions.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and data‑driven improvements, with responsibilities spanning documentation, SOPs, and maintenance strategies to sustain high performance on the

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, technical, or related field.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Ability to communicate difficult issues with others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to learn new software platforms.
• Must be available to work overtime.
• Demonstrated advanced troubleshooting skills and mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Intense personal commitment to continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust equipment controls and process controls, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain records of all downtime events with detail.
• Lead or co‑lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain documentation, SOPs, and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Track metrics and use data to propose improvements.
• Support engineering staff in developing new processes and/or new products for manufacturing.
• Work with internal groups and/or outside vendors to troubleshoot existing equipment as needed.
• Mentor and develop the skills of hourly Technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Continuous improvement

Microsoft Office

Mechanical/electrical aptitude

Overtime readiness

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Engineering/technical field

Tools

PLCs

CAD SolidWorks

Manufacturing software

Job description

Gentex Corporation is seeking a Process Technician II to lead production support activities, optimize equipment and processes, and improve overall efficiency. You will monitor controls, analyze downtime, and mentor hourly Technicians while collaborating with engineering and other teams to implement durable solutions.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and data‑driven improvements, with responsibilities spanning documentation, SOPs, and maintenance strategies to sustain high performance on the