Job Summary
The New Product Process Technician is responsible for leading technical process development initiatives that improve manufacturing performance, quality, productivity and capacity. This position serves as the organization’s technical resource for troubleshooting complex manufacturing issues, conducting process analysis, validating improvements, and mentoring other technicians. This role also utilizes data analysis, experimentation and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize new manufacturing processes and support the successful transfer of new products and technologies into production. Success in this role is measured by successful process launches, reduced process variation, improve yields, faster cycle times and the development of robust, repeatable manufacturing methods.

1st Shift Schedule, 4, 10 hour days

Essential Functions
+IRD's three core values: Pride, Innovation, Partnership
+Process Development: Develop and validate process improvements before implementation. Conducting and documenting the process experiments and trials.
+Continuous Improvement: Research new technologies, tooling, material and manufacturing methods
+Data Analysis: Perform process capability studies and statistical analysis. Create charts, process documentation and technical recommendations.
+Quality Control: Monitor process performance using SPC and production metrics
+General Machine Operations
+Collaboration with fellow technicians, operators and engineers
+Documentation: Accurately enter data and track development process. Write instructions once the process is established.
+Support the conversion of new product processes into commercially viable production-scale operations

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job an employee may sit, stand, stoop, crawl, or kneel for 8 to 12 hours a day. Regularly walking and navigating between areas and occasionally going up and down a short ladder or step stool. They will regularly be working around moving mechanical parts with proper guarding. The work is done in a climate controlled building. Noise levels are moderate and below OSHA thresholds. Various chemicals are used to complete the tasks at hand and proper PPE must be worn. Regular lifting up to 30 pounds, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and participating in team lifts. Lifting from floor to shelf or carrying items short distances.

Skills/Abilities Required
+ Degree in Manufacturing related course or related 3-5 years of technical manufacturing experience
+Experience with process improvement
+ Strong statistical and analytical skills
+ Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
+ Strong Communication skills, both written and verbal
+ The ability to read, interpret and understand engineering draws and technical specifications
+ Ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams
+ Documentation skills
+ HS diploma
+ Mechanical ability
+ Strong math skills, computer and electronics skills
+ Time management
+ Attention to detail
+ Ability to work independently and multi-task between different processes as needed
+ Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel and Word
+ Familiar with Metric and Standard Measurements

Skills/Abilities Preferred
+ Knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics, and computer related mechanics
+ 8D and RCCA tools
+ LEAN production planning
+ DOE Experience
+ Six Sigma training
+ Root cause methodologies
+ Solid Works or CAD software, basic CAM knowledge.

IRD is an equal opportunity employer

Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 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
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Product development: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person