Process Technician

Cambro Manufacturing Co.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambro Manufacturing Co. is seeking a Process Tech II for 2nd and 3rd shifts in North Carolina to manage mold set-ups, changes, start-ups, color changes, and run extrusion/thermoforming lines while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires self-motivation, reliability, and the ability to document cycle data, troubleshoot processing issues, and coordinate changeovers to minimize downtime. Overtime may be required to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience with mold changes and startup.
• Ability to perform set-up functions and color changes.
• Ability to read production data and quality reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold set-ups and changes as required.
• Demonstrate ability to startup Extruder and Thermoformer lines.
• Maintain maximum machine utilization and uptime.
• Ensure safety standards and housekeeping are maintained.
• Complete quality checks and production reports.
• Coordinate color/material changeovers to minimize downtime.

Skills

Mold set-ups

Extruder ops

Thermoformer ops

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Downtime reduction

Tools

Robotics

Job description

Job Description

POSITIONS AVAILABLE ON 2ND AND 3RD SHIFTS!

Process Tech II position requires a combination of advanced level knowledge and ability to perform mold set-ups, along with basic to intermediate level processing skills. This position requires technicians to be flexible and self-motivated to perform mold changes, mold start-ups, shut-downs, color changes, and various set-up functions. OUR MANUFACTURING AND WAREHOUSE AREAS ARE TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED BY HVAC

• Performs all Set-Up Tech I responsibilities including mold preparation, mold removal,
• mold installation, and robot and secondary equipment set-up.
• Demonstrate ability to perform efficient startup of Extruder and Thermoformer machines as required by daily schedules.
• Demonstrated ability for maintaining maximum utilization/up time on machinery in assigned area including Extruder machine and thermoform machines.
• Ensures all safety standards are maintained including shop organization and housekeeping.
• Eliminates safety hazards that he/she is able to correct and reports all other safety hazards.
• Ensures that molds in assigned area are producing proper quality parts.
• Performs all required quality checks and procedures in a consistent and timely manner.
• Ensures that machines are up and running, meeting or exceeding cycle efficiency standards.
• Utilizes and updates cycle run data on a regular daily basis and troubleshoots processing
• problems as they arise and then documents the changes and results.
• Organizes workflow and coordinates color/material changeovers to minimize downtime in
• assigned area. Contributes daily efforts to maintain clean work areas, including machinery.
• Performs minor type maintenance as required, (replaces leaky water hoses, fills
• chillers, makes nozzle/heater band changes, performs minor EOA repairs, replace auxiliary
• equipment (gamma flux, chillers, thermolators, conveyors,) etc.)
• Completes production data/cycle sheets, completes Q.C. first article and product inspection reports, writes mold repair orders, maintenance repair requests, and runs history logs.
• Interacts with other Tech team members and also supports department personnel to optimize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
• Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.
• Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
• Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
• Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.
• Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).
• Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.
• Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position may require:

• Frequent walking, standing, use of hands (simple grasping), reaching below shoulder level, lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs..
• Occasional sitting, bending at the neck and/or waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting at the neck and/or waist, repetitive use of hands, use of hands for power grasping and fine manipulation, pushing & pulling, reaching above shoulder level, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs..
• Driving cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Working around equipment and machinery.
• Exposure to excessive noise
• Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential func