Process Technician I - 3rd Shift

Northwire; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwire, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a technical support-focused professional to assist operators, sales and engineering with equipment operation, material processing, and safety.

The role emphasizes collaboration for process and quality improvements and requires attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a technical degree or equivalent, at least five years of manufacturing experience (wire and cable manufacturing a plus), and training in PDCA/problem

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• 5 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Wire and cable manufacturing experience desired.
• Training in problem solving skills (PDCA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for operators, explaining and demonstrating equipment operation and safety in material handling.
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations on process and quality improvements to deliver high quality products.
• Improve processing of equipment and communicate with Production, Sales and Management.
• Participate in daily meetings and produce reports as needed.
• Practice the 5s+1 methodology in the assigned area and common areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical support

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

PDCA

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree

Tools

MS applications

Job description

Fast-paced and rapidly changing, Northwire designs and manufactures custom, made-to-order products for a diverse range of industries. Successful TEAM members will need to demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, a positive attitude and exacting attention to detail. This position provides technical support for operators, sales and engineering on machine, equipment, and material processing.

Essential Functions:

• Provide technical support for operators explaining and demonstrating the operation of equipment, material processing, and safety in material handling
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations on process and quality improvement to ensure the delivery of high quality products that exceed customer expectations
• Improves processing of equipment
• Actively communicates with Production, Sales and Management
• Participates in daily meetings
• Produces reporting as needed
• Practice the 5’s+1 methodology on the assigned area and common areas
• All other duties as assigned

It is the responsibility of all Team Members to:

• Proactively ensure a safe working environment for Team member and guests
• Live and model the Vision, Mission Quality and Safety Policies
• Create a culture of performance as evidenced by continual improvement in Safety, Quality, Innovation and attaining company sales revenue and earnings growth targets
• Create a learning organization that can adapt to changing market needs
• Abide by Code of Ethics for Professional Conduct, utilizing appropriate behavior in situations requiring ethical decisions and maintaining absolute confidentiality
• Support the delivery high quality products and services that exceed customer expectations
• Problem solving
• Analytical ability
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• MS applications
• Ability to recognize problems
• Lean manufacturing
• Process knowledge

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Working within an air-conditioned production/manufacturing environment. Walking surfaces are cement flooring with anti-fatuige mats. Must be able to work in a standard office environment with shared desk areas, seated for extended periods of time. PPE required: Steel toe shoes and safety glasses.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, walk, and bend. Must be able to work onsite.

Expected Hours of Work:

Flexible schedule and willingness to work extended hours as needed to complete work as required. Must be able to work overtime as required.

Travel:

Minimal travel may be expected for this position.

Relocation:

None required.

Required Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED. Technical degree preferred.

5 years manufacturing experience preferred. Wire and cable manufacturing experience desired. Training in problem solving skills (PDCA).

Professional Requirements:

N/A

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable):

N/A

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the TEAM Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Northwire, Inc. is anEqual Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V