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AFL · 11 hours ago

Process Technician - HL2 |Day Shift

Duncan, South Carolina, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

AFL is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable and accessories, providing engineering and installation services for major telecom customers. The Process Technician will support and improve production line performance, establish process parameters, train operators, and implement improvements to ensure high-quality production.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide daily process and quality support for assigned production lines to include the investigation of issues, the disposition of items with defects, and the initiation of corrective and preventative actions

Select, design, modify, and maintain tooling, fixtures, and equipment as needed to improve safety, quality, throughput, and productivity

Administer and maintain process setup documentation to insure that all products are manufactured to in accordance with product design requirements

Develop and maintain training documentation related to the operation of the process. This would include procedures related to the execution of setups, tooling maintenance, and in process monitoring

Provide training to operators as required to insure that process procedures are well comprehended and followed

Provide hands-on engineering support for new product industrialization and initial production runs insuring that the process is capable of safely producing high quality product that meets specification, productivity, and cost targets

Interact with customers on technical and quality related topics or issues. Support efforts to resolve customer complaints attributed the process

Work with internal and external suppliers of materials, equipment, and services to execute projects, resolve problems, and improve processes

Support business plan objectives to increase productivity, reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance safety

Participate, and support cross-functional project teams as assigned to achieve required objectives on time and on budget

Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering TechnologyManufacturing experienceLean manufacturing principlesEHS management systemsQuality management systemsOracle R12MS OfficeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam player

Required

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent. Those currently enrolled will also be considered, but must be willing and able to work full-time while attending school. Education tuition assistance will be considered

Manufacturing experience (1–5 years) as a production operator/team leader or maintenance/process technician is a plus. Those candidates with extensive manufacturing backgrounds will be considered even if they lack the degree requirement; however, they must be willing and able to complete a supplemental education program

Able to support off-shift and/or weekend operations with minimal notice

Strong analytical, math, mechanical, and written and communication skills

Basic understanding of Environment Health and Safety (EHS) management systems to include: general safety rules, personal protective equipment, hazard recognition, behavioral based safety, incident reporting requirements, and environmental regulations

General understanding of quality management systems including current ISO 9001 standard

Basic understanding of plant accounting to include bill-of-materials costing, inventory valuation, consumable expenses, and MRP

Practical understanding of lean manufacturing principles to include: 5S, team improvement and empowerment, SMED, value-added analysis, TPM, waste identification and elimination, and skill versatility / cross training

User of Oracle R12 or similar manufacturing related modules with a fundamental understanding of work-in process/inventory management and control, cycle counting processes, material planning methods and production related transactions (issue materials, move transactions, etc.)

Intermediate or higher user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Knowledge of statistical analysis software such as Minitab

Preferred

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Benefits

8% Shift Premium for Night Shift employees

401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)

Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options

Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

Company

AFL

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AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.

Founded in 1984

Duncan, South Carolina, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.AFLglobal.com

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