Wafer Process Technician performs tests and experiments required for wafer processing. Sets up processing equipment and performs minor adjustments to equipment within guidelines. Being a Wafer Process Technician designs and executes test runs and disseminates results to facilitate engineering designs. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Wafer Process Technician typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Wafer Process Technician works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Wafer Process Technician typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Process Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of our manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities:
· Optimizes all machine processes by reducing scrap, cycle times and mold change 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;
· Maintains and secures controlled injection process by using part weights by using plastic data and using a systematic approach to optimizing current running process;
· Directs set-ups for molds using efficient mold change systems and robotics;
· Oversees in-house tooling and material evaluations to ensure optimum performance;
· Describes system, components, and parts operating characteristics and malfunctions by writing technical reports;
· Sets-up injection molds and performs start-up and shut-down of molding systems;
· 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, molds and equipment.
· Must be experienced with Robotics and Programming, with End of Arm Set-up and troubleshooting, develop and modify robot programs to handle parts without causing damage to the equipment or parts
· Knowledge of TPO's/ABS/Nylons/PC's.
· 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 injection molding process and equipment for the reduction in defects, overall process improvement and/or the reduction of downtime and continue improvements
· 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.
· Must have experience with hot runners/valve gate sequencing/gas assist/insert molding.
· Promote safety by abiding to all related policies and procedures
Qualifications:
· Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent. Ability to read, write and speak English effectively.
· Possess basic mathematical skills
· Possess basic office skills such as Excel, Microsoft Word and AS400 systems.
· Safety and environmental training and experience
· Previous experience in injection molding department or at least manufacturing experience.
· Must be able to work afternoons or night shift
Job Type: Full-time
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Work Location: In person