Process Technician

Linamar Corporation; Muscle Shoals (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package includes but

Opportunities for career advancement

Sustainability Council

Community based outreach supporting…

Discounts for local vendors and events

Job summary

Linamar Corporation in Muscle Shoals, AL is seeking a Process Technician to monitor manufacturing processes, troubleshoot equipment, and support production with data collection and reporting. The role includes maintaining and improving process capabilities and assisting in new program implementations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a technical apprenticeship preferred, and at least 3 years of related experience, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality through

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Apprenticeship in technical field preferred.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Willingness to work shift hours and overtime if required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and troubleshoot complex PLC and PC-driven control systems.
• Prepare training aids and standard work documents for knowledge transfer.
• Assist on new product development and implement programs.
• Ensure process compliance and adjust parameters to maintain process capability.
• Maintain safety and hazardous materials handling procedures.
• Compile and analyze SPC charts to determine process capability.

Skills

MS Office

Data analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprenticeship in technical field preferred

Tools

PLC/PC-driven control systems

Job description

Under regular supervision, the Process Technician performs various duties related to manufacturing process which includes monitoring various manufacturing systems, collecting and reporting data, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment and processes, which ensures quality and efficient production in a safe work environment. Performs various duties to support the worldwide manufacturing.

Performance Expectations

• Maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots complex PLC and PC driven advanced control systems support for programming backups as needed
• Leads and prepares training aids and standard work documents for purposes of presenting and transferring knowledge to peers and co-workers
• Assists on new product development and participates in the implementation of new programs and projects
• Regularly checks system to ensure process compliance within specified parameters, and makes required adjustments, replacements and/or repairs to maintain process capability
• Assists in and performs troubleshooting process, equipment, tooling, and material issues related to production, maintenance or engineering and reports findings. Also maintain Production Facilities programming software to include PLCs and robotic programming
• Assists in a continuous effort to maintain a hazard-free work environment by monitoring procedures related to materials and chemicals used in processing
• Maintains continuous improvement by monitoring equipment and processes that include running process trials
• Compiles and analyzes SPC charts to determine process capabilities and decides when to execute appropriate corrective action to maintain customer quality levels
• Assists in continuous improvement activities
• Where used, prepares chemicals, paints, and other agents for processing and carefully and correctly dispenses them to meet all safety requirements
• Completes and performs other duties/tasks as may be assigned

Credentials

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Apprenticeship in technical field preferred
• At least 3 years of relevant experience

Desired Characteristics

• High degree of competence in MS Office applications
• Ability to employ multiple modeling techniques and methods
• Ability to perform analysis in organized fashion
• Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations per project goals
• Ability to articulate logical analytical thought process
• Ability to anticipate questions, "what if" scenarios, nuances of data and analysis
• Ability to provide accurate and reliable analysis
• Ability to report information in context and at level that enables decision making
• Strong presentation skills to clearly articulate: business problems, analytical approaches, potential solutions & recommendations
• High level of written and verbal communication
• Adapt to changing priorities while performing at a high level
• Self‑motivated: energetic, enjoys working at quick pace
• Results oriented: problem solving attitude, deliver projects on time with high quality
• Accountability: holds self and others to high professional standards
• Curious: thinks in terms of "why" and "how"
• Perseverance: expects roadblocks, finds workarounds
• Values teamwork: able to work in teams, pushes for best in others, values contributions of others
• Available for shift work as needed
• Able to work overtime as required
• Physical dexterity - moderate physical demand
• Lift up to 40 pounds
• Stand and/or walk up to 12 hours

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.