Senior Production Technician
Job Description
Job DescriptionCritical success factors – The critical success factors for the Senior Production Technician to excel in his or her position include:
- Ability to follow established work instructions and production processes
- Attention to detail and quality through every stage of production
- Ability to organize work area and complete required production documents
- Computer literate with ability to learn and effectively use new software
- Safety conscious for self and co-workers
Essential Job Functions – The Senior Production Technician will be responsible for executing tasks defined by management and team leaders. Such tasks may include:
- Work in small team environment to accomplish production objectives
- Monitor inventories, work in process, and prepare raw materials
- Enforce safety standards in all operations
- Record and maintain production documentation
- Ability to follow existing manufacturing processes and instructions but be able to define new processes parameters and streamline existing processes as appropriate
- Ensure proper functioning and maintenance of process equipment and tools
- Produce articles under a set timeline during production
- Troubleshoot various production issues
Education: Bachelor or Associate degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field of study is desired. High school diploma with relevant experience may be considered.
Experience: A proven track record of successfully performing production tasks with three or more years of manufacturing or laboratory experience is desired.
Knowledge: Well-balanced technical background with focus on ceramic and other related materials. Detailed knowledge of a wide variety of production/manufacturing processes is desired.
Essential Physical Requirements: Ability to safely weigh, mix and move bulk materials and operate manufacturing equipment. Some heavy lifting required.
Special Requirements: US citizenship is required.