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NEXXTA is a U.S.-based manufacturing partner with four Great Lakes facilities delivering precision, speed, and scale. We serve industry leaders across transportation, energy, medical, and defense, offering tariff-free production, open capacity, and rapid ramp-up. With in-house R&D and engineering, we help customers strengthen supply chains and build confidently in America.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Process Technician will provide technical support for the molding operations including preparation, set-up and troubleshooting of machines and secondary operations. Confer with direct Supervisor and/or Shift Lead. Examine work to detect production defects.
JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate understanding of all set-up procedures and all molding machine functions.
• Set-up, start, and troubleshoot presses using established process control methods.
• Set-up straight forward open and closed molds as well as more complex molds with multiple core pulls, auxiliary hydraulics, and manifolds.
• Set-up and troubleshoot secondary equipment.
• Initiate corrective action for jobs running out of standard cycle.
• Set limit switches, timers, and process controls on presses.
• Change end of arm tooling and load robot program into press.
• Perform basic robotic troubleshooting on end of arm tooling.
• Perform periodic inspection rounds when needed.

• Complete classes on materials, statistical process control (SPC) and basic processing skills as required.
• Comply with safety guidelines, rules, regulations and procedures as well as maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Interpret blueprint specifications, set-up documentation, control plans and manufacturing instructions and use various inspection equipment or gauges to verify product quality and plot statistical data as required; generally involving several part numbers at a time.
• Practical understanding of shop mathematics.
• Assist Supervisor in training of new personnel on proper job procedures, quality requirements and safety procedures.
• Notify maintenance when major service to machinery is required.
• Observe machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.
• Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling or cleaning machines, dies, or work pieces, or adding coolant to machine reservoirs.
• Promote 5S mentality and push for strong housekeeping principles.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES):

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of RJG Systematic I Scientific Molding certification or equivalent.
• Three to four years of related work experience;
• Must be able to work and function in a team environment.
• Requires knowledge of mechanical reasoning related to understanding equipment, machinery and their primary functions.
• Knowledge of Engel equipment and processing of automotive trim parts preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Must be able to visually inspect parts produced; specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus;
• Must be able to frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls;
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch;
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds;
• Must be available to work off shifts (afternoons and midnights).
• Climbing, bending, stooping is done on frequent basis. Crawling or climbing into machinery is performed occasionally. A Process Technician is on foot for most of the shift. Ladders are permanent fixed to the machinery per OSHA guidelines and must be climbed occasionally.

Manual Dexterity: Must use moderate speed and accuracy in operating machines and retrieving parts.
Physical Effort: Work requires moderate to heavy physical exertion with above average weight materials or equipment.
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts;
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles in a climate-controlled environment;
• Works where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.
NEXXTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.