Process Technician

Company: Westfall-Technik HQ
Location: New Richmond
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

PROCESS TECHNICIAN
Here at Westfall Technik, we pride ourselves on being the fastest growing Plastic Injection Manufacturing Company in the USA and soon Globally. While many companies outsource their work, we believe in keeping our jobs in the US. We currently support over 1,500 employees across 15 facilities in the US, and we are still growing.
At our New Richmond, WI site, we invest in our people. Our overall success is largely contributed to our employees' skills and talents, that have been impactful and essential to the growth of our business. Here, you'll get the opportunity to test your knowledge and skills and become a critical player within Westfall. We want you to view your time at Westfall as an investment to your future.
We are currently seeking a 2nd Shift Process Technician with the below qualifications:
Professional Attributes

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• Set-up, removal, and general maintenance of tooling including auxiliary equipment
  
• Basic tool preventative maintenance and complete changeover on tools.
  
• Load cycles, set process parameters and/or troubleshoot presses and tooling as required
  
• Convert cycles from different injection molding machines in facility
  
• Troubleshoot machine/process problems and correct in a timely manner
  
• Ability to complete material handling functions to keep machines running and limit downtime
  
• Ability to perform thorough quality checks and perform tasks with accuracy
  
• Respond to machine alarms, make process and or mechanical adjustments, and notify appropriate personnel as situation requires
  
• Provide continuous improvement and productivity ideas
  
• Monitor materials, systems, equipment, and operations by practice 6s and Lean manufacturing principles
  
• Monitor, start and stop work orders in IQMS
  
• Complete Sample runs as necessary
  
• Ability to multi-task
  
• Safely operate forklift to move tools and product
  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
  
• Must be able to work efficiently in a fast paced and team environment
  
• Operate molding machine and or assembly operations to meet production demands
  
• Other duties as assigned
  
  Desired Skills and Experience
  
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  • Associates Degree in Manufacturing and or advance Technical Apprenticeship Program Certification
    
  • 1-5 Years of experience in similar roles in injection molding preferred
    
  • Knowledge of injection molding presses, injection molds, thermoplastics, and support equipment
    
  • Knowledge and experience with Class 8 cleanroom
    
  • Computer knowledge is required and knowledge of production monitoring and MRP systems
    
  • IQMS system experience a plus
    
  • Must demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and experience
    
  • Able to read blueprints
    
  • Able to use measurement equipment
    
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
    
  • Ability to resolve complex problems and manage task furnished in written and oral form
    
  • Strong trouble shooting skill
    
    What You'll Love About Us:
    
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    • Salary: $17.00 - $30.00 (Based on education and experience)
      
    • 11 Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, COVID Sick Pay, Vacation Pay
      
    • 401K, Plus Employer Match
      
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Sponsored Life and AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Parental Leave, and More...
      
    • We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
      

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