Process Technician 2nd Shift

Noveon Magnetics, Inc.; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance day 1

HSA with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Noveon Magnetics, Inc. in San Marcos, TX is seeking a Process Technician for the 2nd shift.

You will operate, maintain, and continuously improve automated machining lines, bridging production and engineering to optimize yield and tolerances. Responsibilities include optimizing machine recipes, conducting DOEs with engineers, performing hands-on repairs, solving process drift, updating SOPs, and verifying part geometry with precision instruments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years in high-precision manufacturing, machining or process optimization.
• Experience repairing or tuning multiwire saws or precision grinding systems desirable.
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving methodologies and DOEs encouraged.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T symbols; strong reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Process optimization & recipe management: adjust machine programs to maximize yield and throughput.
• DOE & engineering support: run structured experiments and document outcomes.
• Equipment repair & maintenance: diagnose faults and perform hands‑on repairs.
• Independent problem solving: analyze data to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Change control & documentation: write SOPs and track changes in quality systems.
• Precision quality control: verify tolerances using metrology tools and ensure traceability.

Skills

Process optimization

DOE experiments

Equipment repair

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

We're pragmatic in our understanding of what the earth needs to move towards a sustainable, high-tech future. It's our passion, however, that drives everything we do. It's present in every level of our business and every step of our process. We work to inspire- to show the world there is a better way. And that better way isn't decades in the future; with us, it's now.

We are a team of scientists and engineers with diverse backgrounds, drawing on expertise in chemistry, physics, engineering, mathematics, computer science and automation. We are continuously seeking to grow our team with people who demonstrate outstanding integrity, intelligence, hunger, accountability and the passion for learning. Positions that we are actively hiring for are listed below. However, we will hire exceptional individuals irrespective of our current job openings.

Position:Process Technician 2nd Shift

Location: San Marcos, TX

Job Id:595

# of Openings:0

Job Title: Process Technician - Machining & Optimization Reports to: Process Engineering Manager

We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.

About this role

The Process Technician - Machining & Optimization is an autonomous, technically advanced role responsible for the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of automated machining lines. Beyond day-to-day operation of multiwire slicing and precision grinding equipment, you will act as a key bridge between the production floor and the engineering team. You will independently diagnose process bottlenecks, execute experimental trials, perform hands-on equipment repairs, and optimize machine recipes to drive higher yield, tighter tolerances, and minimized material waste.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? What We Have To Offer:

• Competitive Base
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan and match program
• Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Short Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Sick Leave (eligible after 90 days of employment)
• Company Paid Holidays

Diversity

At Noveon Magnetics, we believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Process Optimization & Recipe Management: Reviewing, adjusting, and optimizing machine programs and process "recipes" (e.g., wire speed, feed rates, tension controls, grinding wheel profiles) to achieve maximum product yield and throughput.
• DOE & Engineering Support: Partnering with engineers to set up and execute Design of Experiments (DOEs). Run structured trials on new wire types, abrasive wheels, slurries, or magnet geometries, meticulously documenting the outcomes.
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance: Independently diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults on slicing and grinding assets. Performing hands-on repairs, rebuilding assemblies, and modifying equipment setups to sustain high performance and minimize operational downtime.
• Independent Problem Solving: Proactively analyzing production data and machine performance to identify root causes of process drift, visual defects, or component wear. Developing and implementing localized solutions to improve structural quality.
• Change Control & Documentation: Authoring and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Formally documenting all process changes, recipe updates, and maintenance actions within the engineering log and inventory systems to maintain strict quality control.
• Precision Quality Control: Utilizing micrometers, calipers, and optical measurement systems to verify tight geometric tolerances against blueprints, ensuring full material traceability.

We are Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a High school diploma or GED required. A technical certification, vocational training, or an Associate’s degree in advanced manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or mechanical technology is highly preferred.
• Possesses 3-5+ years of experience in high-precision manufacturing, technical machining, or process optimization. Direct experience repairing or tuning multiwire saws or precision grinding systems is highly desirable.
• Is knowledgeable with structured problem-solving methodologies and experience participating in or executing engineering DOEs.
• Is able to work independently with minimal supervision, manage competing priorities on the floor, and take ownership of technical issues from diagnosis through resolution.
• Can demonstrate strong mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting skills. Ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) symbols, and electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Can demonstrate excellent written communication skills for detailing engineering changes, drafting maintenance logs, and updating production teams on recipe modifications.
• Able to move up to 50lbs.
• Possesses manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately.
• Comfortable standing, bending, and working around machinery for long periods of time, up to and exceeding 60 minutes.
• Is capable of making repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, sitting, squatting, and walking up and down stairs.

About Noveon Magnetics

At Noveon Magnetics, we're reimagining the rare earth magnet industry and changing the way we electrify the world. We're a fast-growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the globe united by a shared mission to support the commercialization of our magnet manufacturing technology and forge a new path toward resource efficiency, resource independence and a low-carbon economy.

As the only U.S manufacturer of permanent rare earth magnets essential to a range of technologies that rely on an electric motor--from electric vehicles to medical devices to aerospace and defense systems to clean energy--we're ushering in an electric future that is 100% Made in America. All our operations, from R&D through production, assembly, and delivery, are conducted out of our state-of-the-art manufacturing center in San Marcos, Texas.

Noveon Magnetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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