Process Planner

Process Planner

DuraTech Industries is a growing global Printing Manufacturer located in La Crosse, Wisconsin. We have been manufacturing labels, overlays and metal nameplates for a variety of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in the automotive, computer, electronics, industrial and medical markets for the past 45 years. As our company expands, we need talented, forward-thinking team members to add to our team.

We work hard at making a positive, challenging and engaging environment.

We respect and value our people and recognize their diversity as a source of creativity. We value loyalty, dedication, hard work and pride in workmanship. We dedicate ourselves to provide a safe and fun work environment; one that promotes open communication, teamwork, learning and community involvement. Our Team Members are our greatest asset; our leadership in the industries we serve has been achieved because our people are the best.

We are hiring a Process Planner!

The Process Planner estimates the cost of manufacturing customer products and prepares a manufacturing plan for production. This includes reviewing customer blue prints and specifications, determining the most cost effective layout, utilizing costing formulas to determine price and working with the internal process to prepare the layout and instructions for the manufacturing plan. Lean methods are practiced to achieve process improvement in the department.

Assessment of Customer Specifications

• Reviews external customer documents (prints, samples, any written specifications) for requirements.
• Determines if required information is complete, if not, obtains any additional required information.
• Assesses raw material, ink, tooling, and processes required to manufacture the customer product.
• Determines if product can be manufactured completely in house, or if some jobs will need to be outsourced.
• Ability to maintain a neat and organized work area so others can easily access files and documentation when required.

Cost Estimation

• Determines cost for raw material, ink, tooling, and any special services.
• Utilizes costing formulas and tools to create a pricing structure for customer product.
• Reviews pricing for errors, possible required additions and/or discounts.
• Determines unit price for each unit of measure required by the customer and documents determined pricing in the internal database in a timely manner.
• Prepares an estimate of manufacturing costs and communicates the quote to the customer.
• Reviews documents for cost savings alternatives.

Preparation of Manufacturing Plan for Production

• Reviews internal production capabilities and processes used for manufacturing customer products.
• Determines if capabilities and/or processes have improved or changed since the time of cost estimate.
• Makes any necessary changes to the rough draft manufacturing plan and/or cost estimation.
• Prepares the manufacturing plan for production of the customer products.
• Determines most efficient manufacturing layout for customer products.

Must haves:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One to three years’ experience with screen printing manufacturing processes required.

Skills and abilities crucial to success in this role:

• Knowledge in mathematics with proficiency in algebra and geometry.
• Ability to work proficiently in Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, switch maps, diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions.
• Ability to work with others to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to work independently without continued support from others.

Come work for a company that offers a competitive and rewarding benefits package!

• Hourly profit sharing plan
• PTO accrual from hire date with 24 hours of bonus PTO at hire
• Health, dental, and vision options
• Company paid life insurance for all team members and their eligible dependents
• Supplemental accident, cancer and critical illness insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Education reimbursement program
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Referral program with the opportunity to receive $1500 in bonuses
• Reduced MTU monthly bus passes
• Nine (9) paid holidays at hire
• Bonus PTO day on your anniversary each year
• $25 gift card on your birthday
• Employee wellness program with gym reimbursements, lunch and learns, community wellness garden and more!
• Social events throughout the year
• Community involvement activities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.71 - $24.09 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Location:

• La Crosse, WI 54603 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25