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Apogee Enterprises, Inc. · 3 months ago

Process Technician - 2nd Shift

Faribault, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22.50/hr - $22.50/hr

2+ years exp

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. is a growing company that provides distinctive metal and glass solutions for commercial buildings. They are seeking a Process Technician to operate the coating line production system, assist in developing work instructions, and contribute to continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

Building Material

Responsibilities

Operate gas system, power supplies, drive system, vent and pumping systems

Operate all testing equipment required for the position

Be able to check calibrations and troubleshoot instruments

Prepare samples for experiments and long term environmental testing

Conduct tune-in and design control of all Tru Vue optical coatings

Monitor yields and work with other Process Technicians, Quality Assurance Technicians, Supervisor, and support staff to trouble-shoot defects and minimize yield loss

Work closely with and rotate through duties with other Process Technicians and Production staff as appropriate to assure customer satisfaction

Record information at established intervals

Maintain detailed and organized data records

Document and monitor procedures and processes to eliminate variation and promote sharing of knowledge

Assist in development of work instructions, perform regular audits to these work instructions, train and certify team members and assist in special projects

Assist with troubleshooting of entire system

Troubleshoot and perform work on various process equipment (vacuum gauges, turbo pumps, power supplies, cathodes, leak checking equipment, etc.)

Participate in team problem solving and process improvement meetings

Interact and support the team in root cause analysis of troubleshooting and quality issues

Participate in regularly scheduled maintenance of vacuum system

Support continuous improvement and elimination of waste and variation in processes using established improvement processes

Assist in implementation of productivity improvements

Cross train in related functions and assist others in obtaining cross-functional capabilities

Perform similar or related duties as necessary to the success of Tru Vue, Inc

Qualification

Analytical equipmentVacuum system operationProcess controlLean manufacturingSix Sigma qualityMath aptitudeComputer skillsCultural sensitivityDetail orientedTeamworkLeadership

Required

Associates or Bachelor's degree in technical field desirable

Two years' work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Demonstrated ability to use analytical equipment and computers

Familiarity with the operation and control of a vacuum system

Process Control experience is a plus

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Quality systems preferred

Demonstrated ability for detail orientated work and organization

Strong math aptitude

Computer skills and working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook and the ability to maintain electronic quality records

Demonstrated ability to work and cross train in a team environment

Ability and willingness to lead and motivate others in a positive manner, including coaching others to follow work instructions, achieve standards and reach team goals

Ability and willingness to learn, understand, and follow documented work procedures

High sensitivity to quality and on time delivery of materials

Ability and willingness to learn and understand all production jobs

Sensitive to other cultures/backgrounds, able to work in a multi-cultural workplace