What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Technician position at WeatherTech?
Process Technician
WeatherTech Direct is seeking well-qualified Process Technicians to maintain injection molding manufacturing process equipment and ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently.
This is a great opportunity to join the WeatherTech Direct team!
- High performing, reliable, and teamwork-minded employees are rewarded with a competitive compensation and benefits package including the potential to earn end of year bonuses and pay increases.
- The base hourly rate starts at $25 per hour or more, depending on experience
- Additional compensation: $1.00 per hour 2nd shift differential or $1.50 per hour 3rd shift differential.
As a Process Technician, you will
- Read and understand product briefs and process sheets to ensure accuracy in machine operations
- Confirm correct job is set up on assigned machine per production schedule, verifying mold number, material color, tooling is set up properly, etc.
- Assist in setting up tooling as needed
- Operate a crane hoist to perform mold changes
- Climb into, under, and on machines; visually inspect the alignment of robots/molds
- Visually and physically inspect parts for defects; make adjustments to process to ensure parts conform to quality standards
- Perform assigned preventive maintenance tasks
- Perform all job functions in compliance with safety guidelines and company policies/procedures
- Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition while cleaning and maintaining equipment as needed
- Work weekends and overtime, as required
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- 2 years of recent machine set up experience
- 1 year of prior experience operating a powered industrial vehicle (forklift, reach truck)
- Experience using basic hand power tools
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Knowledge of Plastics Injection Molding materials and equipment
- Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and robotic processes knowledge in a manufacturing environment
- Able to successfully complete the WeatherTech Forklift Certification Program upon hire, including a written exam and hands-on driving evaluation
- Read, write, and understand verbal and written work orders/instructions in English
- Possess basic math, measuring, and computer skills
- A high degree of attention and detail to prevent accidents, injuries, and quality issues
- Ability to work in a team environment without close supervision
- Flexibility to work weekends and overtime, as required
- Authorized to work in the United States
Why you’ll love working at WeatherTech Direct
WeatherTech Direct is proud to offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for internal promotions and skill development, a clean and safe workspace. Employees are offered an array of perks including:
- Outstanding BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois medical plans; as well as dental, vision, short and long term disability, and company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
Salary : $25
