Process Technician - 2nd shift

USF

Auburn Hills (MI)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401k with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

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Job summary

US Farathane in Auburn Hills, Michigan is seeking an experienced Process Technician to ensure optimal machine performance and troubleshoot issues. Responsibilities include monitoring machines during shifts, conducting machine start-ups, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations.

This role requires a background in plastic injection molding with at least three years of experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and a 401k with company match.

Qualifications

Minimum of three years of experience in plastics processing.
Experience with maintenance problems and machinery controls.

Responsibilities

Responsible for machine start-ups and alarm responses.
Ensure machines and robots are running at optimum efficiency.
Troubleshoot issues related to machinery and materials.

Skills

Plastic Injection molding background

Mold set-ups and troubleshooting

Familiarity with state-of-the-art controls

Job description

Diversity is an integral part of our corporate culture and success at USF. We welcome all individuals.

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Process Technician. This position is directly responsible for ensuring that all machines are running and all processes are in control and running to standard at all times.

US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black‑box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE’s and TPO’s as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

This role is on 2nd shift. The shift hours are 3:00pm – 11:00pm.

Shift Differential: $0.75/hr.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for machine start‑ups.
First response to all machine, robot, thermolater and secondary equipment alarms.
Ensure machines and robots are running at optimum efficiency.
Troubleshoot machine, mold and material problems.
Report to Production Supervisor any difficulties or problems requiring special attention.
Responsible for the accurate completion of Process Verification, Tool Reports and Mistake Proof Check sheets as required.
Responsible for maintaining the appearance of all Thermolaters, Robot Control Stations, DME units etc.
Ensures proper care of all equipment especially the managing and proper disposal of all purgings.
Responsible for continuous improvement (ideas and suggestions).
Responsible to follow all OSHA and safety rules and regulations.
Responsible for following all USF policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Plastic Injection molding background with a minimum of three years of experience in plastics processing.
Must be experienced in mold set‑ups, trouble shooting, exposure to maintenance problems and be familiar with state‑of‑the‑art controls on machines and robots.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent standing or walking for long periods of time.
Frequent lifting or lowering objects up to 35lbs.
Frequent reaching above/below shoulder and forward.
Occasional bending, stooping, and crouching.

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
The employee must not wear any loose‑fitting clothing that may get in the way of the moving machinery.
The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employee may be required to work outside for short periods of time.

US Farathane offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including: