Process Technician

Hamilton-Company; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Company is seeking a Process Technician to work in our Injection Molding Production area. You will operate injection molding machines, manage automation equipment, and support a cleanroom environment to maintain high-quality manufacturing processes.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to diagnose issues quickly, and reliable attendance. A high school diploma or GED is required, with preferred certifications or an associate degree in related fields.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Signature Academies and Career & Technical Education (CTE) high school program preferred.
• Certificate in injection molding, automation, plastics, or related field preferred.
• Associated degree in industrial technology, mechatronics, or similar field preferred.
• 2 years of experience as a Machine Operator, Process Technician, Production Operator, Automation Technician or related process manufacturing role.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding machines, OEM and third-party automation machines and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoot machine errors to identify root cause and reduce downtime.
• Ensure adequate supply of raw material for continuous operation.
• Complete daily documentation of activities, downtime, quality testing and shift output.
• Provide support on production lines in manual capacity where automation is not present.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, standards and instructional guides.
• Maintain cleanliness of the cleanroom to meet standards.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Skills

Cleanroom capability

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certificate in injection molding/automation/plastics

Associate degree in industrial technology/mechatronics

Job description

Company Overview

Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated and robotic products for precision fluid measuring. We specialize in the development, manufacturing and customization of precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling stations, and sample management systems. For more than 60 years, Hamilton has been satisfying customer needs by combining quality materials with skilled workmanship, ensuring the highest level of performance of every precision fluid measuring device we manufacture.

Responsibilities

Hamilton Company is looking for a Process Technician who will work in our Injection Molding Production area. They will perform a variety of tasks associated with automated manufacturing in a clean room environment. The Process Technician will provide the department with technical expertise as may be needed for inject mold plastics and maintain associated molding equipment. The schedule for this position includes Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Responsible for daily operation of injection molding machines, OEM and third-party automation machines and associated standalone equipment.
• Responds to and troubleshoots machine errors to identify root cause and implements resolution actions with an emphasis on reduction of machine downtime.
• Ensures injection molding and automation machines have adequate supply of raw material to allow for continuous operations.
• Completes daily documentation pertaining to daily activities, downtime tracking, quality-related testing, and shift output efficiency.
• Performs support functions in a manual capacity on production lines without fully automated processes.
• Responsible for the timely completion and adequacy of assigned tasks for performance and compliance with company policies, procedures, standards and associated instructional guides.
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the cleanroom to meet standards and Hamilton Company procedures.
• Accountable for regular and consistent attendance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work with advanced technology.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly.
• Strong computer and analytical skills.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as required to interface with other departments and company personnel in a service function
• Position requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
• Position requires fast pace urgency.
• Position requires standing for long periods and ascending and descendingladders.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Signature Academies and Career & TechnicalEducation (CTE) high school program preferred.
• Certificate in injection molding, automation, plastics, or related field preferred.
• Associatedegree in industrial technology, mechatronics, or similar field preferred.
• 2 years of experience as a Machine Operator, Process Technician, Production Operator, Automation Technician or related process manufacturing role.

About Hamilton

• Diverse portfolio of exciting and innovative design projects
• Tremendous opportunities for professional growth
• Commitment to sustainable design
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Benefit Package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more
• Solid Stable Company
• Drug free workplace

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