Location: Wilmington,OH, USA
Position Hours:
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (flexibility required based on business needs)
Starting Wage:
$29.00+ per hour (based on experience)
Key Responsibilities:
* New Product Process Support:
* Troubleshoot and adjust extrusion equipment for optimal performance during new product introductions, addressing equipment issues and material compatibility to ensure efficient production.
* Set up and calibrate equipment for new product runs, ensuring accurate adjustments to meet production requirements.
* Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to track performance, generate insights, and make data-driven recommendations for optimizing new product processes.
* Collaborate with production and engineering teams to refine process parameters, optimize output, and minimize downtime for new product lines.
* Conduct root cause analysis to address recurring issues and process inefficiencies, with a focus on new product process improvements.
* Manage tooling changeovers and inspect tooling for wear, suggesting adjustments or replacements as needed to support efficient production.
* Document tooling conditions and ensure changeovers are aligned with process requirements for new product lines.
* Quality Control:
* Conduct routine material checks to verify quality and ensure new materials meet required specifications.
* Independently assess product quality, interpreting dimensional tolerances to verify compliance with specifications, especially during new product rollouts.
* Identify deviations, report findings, and support corrective actions in collaboration with the quality team.
* Technical Documentation:
* Draft and maintain updated documentation, such as SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and equipment logs, specifically for new product processes.
* Identify gaps in existing documentation, making recommendations to enhance process consistency and accuracy.
* Safety:
* Adhere to safety protocols, identify and mitigate hazards, and report safety concerns to maintain a safe work environment.
Key Qualifications:
* Technical Knowledge:
* Advanced skills in troubleshooting polymer process equipment.
* Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in troubleshooting and maintaining polymer process equipment.
* Quality Control:
* Understanding of quality control methods for building products, including inspection and testing procedures.
* Ability to independently verify product dimensions and ensure adherence to quality standards.
* Analytical Skills & Documentation:
* Strong documentation skills to support process consistency.
* Proficient in data analysis and interpretation to monitor process performance.
* Basic experience using data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or similar) to track trends and recommend improvements.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
* Direct experience in providing technical support in plastic extrusion (WPC, PVC, etc.)
* Experience in managing tooling changeovers and adjustments.
* Demonstrated ability in the use of precision tools
* Ability to read technical documents and engineering part drawings
* Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or equivalent is advantageous.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
Educational Requirements:
* Required: High School diploma or equivalent with relevant technical certifications.