3rd Shift Process Technician

				Overview:

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in "Automotive News." A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Responsibilities:
Job Duties
* Optimises all machine processes by reducing scrap, cycle times and changeover times;
* Assists with launches of new programs by building a new process to ensure quality products of parts and attends launch meetings prior to production start-up as needed;
* Oversees in-house tooling and material evaluations to ensure optimum performance;
* Describes system, components, and parts operating characteristics and malfunctions by writing technical reports;
* Verifies systems performance by testing functioning of installed equipment;
* Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques;
* Responsible for setting up and maintaining process controls of presses, dies, roll mills, and other equipment.
* Monitor production for accuracy and efficiency and work with quality inspectors to ensure part quality/performance
* Make minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines/tools and notify supervisors when major service is required
* Provide ownership and analysis of roll forming process and equipment for the reduction in defects, overall process improvement and/or the reduction of downtime and continuous improvements
* Support process improvement projects safely in order to ensure safety, quality, and productivity through manufacturing process optimization.
* Develop training materials and train operators and technicians, document and monitor new operational processes.
* Serve as the technical resource who effectively supports the increase of operational productivity through manufacturing process optimization.
* Be recognized as the technical expert by demonstrating exemplary knowledge, skills, and ability when implementing engineering principles.
* Will be expected to cover for Manufacturing Supervisor and/or Maintenance Supervisor duties on assigned shift, must work with department managers and other supervisors to get priorities and direct personnel
* Compiles, stores and receives production data
* Completes all paperwork as required.
* Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
* Advise on improvements in tracking and reporting procedures.
* Promote safety by abiding to all related policies and procedures
* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Requirements

* Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent.  Ability to read, write and speak English effectively.
* Possess basic mathematical skills
* Previous experience in roll forming department or at least manufacturing experience.
* Must be able to work any shift
* Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize. 
* Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
* Troubleshooting ability is required.
* Strong decision making and problem solving skills.
* Demonstrated good internal customer service skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects.
* Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
* Strong organizational skills.
* Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
* Strong Analytical ability
* Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
* Detail Oriented
 Working Conditions
* Physical ability to lift up to 75lbs.
* This position may require hot work, standing up to 100%, overhead work, kneeling, bending, crawling, pushing, pulling, climbing, and working at heights.
* Travel as necessary.
* Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
* Overtime as required.
* Weekends as required.
			

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