Process Technician: Thermoforming & Continuous Improvement

Prent Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing plan

Medical plans

Dental plan

Life insurance

Holiday & vacation pay

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Prent Corporation, a family‑owned leader in thermoformed packaging, is seeking a Process Technician to support manufacturing through process improvements, troubleshooting, and standardization of thermoforming processes.

You will work with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and CI teams to boost productivity, quality, and efficiency while developing machine setups and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Technology or related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to analyze data and identify process improvements.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve thermoforming manufacturing processes.
• Develop, maintain, and standardize machine setups and operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and material utilization.
• Troubleshoot production and process-related issues.
• Coordinate and conduct training for manufacturing personnel.
• Support material evaluations, process trials, and pilot projects.
• Assist with vision systems and inspection equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and IT teams on equipment, software, and process improvements.
• Document process improvements and maintain manufacturing standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office

Education

Industrial Technology degree

Manufacturing experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Prent Corporation, a family‑owned leader in thermoformed packaging, is seeking a Process Technician to support manufacturing through process improvements, troubleshooting, and standardization of thermoforming processes.

You will work with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and CI teams to boost productivity, quality, and efficiency while developing machine setups and standard operating procedures.