Operating Technician

Position Summary:

Responsibilities: Essential Duties

• Operate all assigned equipment, follows and oversees the standard work according to department SOP’s.
• Work with the manufacturing leaders to establish, implement, maintain, and enhance standard work in the area.
• Conduct training for operators on standard work and trouble-shooting techniques and evaluate the effectiveness of training.
• Recommend changes to operating procedures to improve quality and efficiency.
• Contribute and participate in continuous improvement programs including LPMS, 5S, KATA, and Kaizen events.
• Troubleshoot machine/line stoppage, perform repairs, and facilitate the escalation process for additional technical support as required.  
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities during machine downtime and/or, partner with operations, mechanics and engineers as appropriate to execute maintenance activities.
• Monitor production quality and take action according to the standard work / SOP.  
• Complete appropriate documentation including batch records, log books, PM and DM as required, following good documentation practices
•  Higher level Operating technicians  will perform all functions listed above  on multiple pieces of equipment as determined by department management

 The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

 General: It shall be the duty of every employee while at work to take reasonable care for safety and health of himself/herself and other persons.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills

• Required to apply comprehensive working knowledge of technical field/area of specialization. Exercises general application of principles, theories and concepts, and proposes a course of action. Performs comprehensive shop floor competencies.
• Works under general supervision. May periodically assist in orienting, training, assigning & checking the work of other peers.
• May require some limited judgement in resolving problems.
• Contacts are primarily with department supervisors, leads, subordinates, and peers. Occasional contact with external contractors/vendors.

Expertise: Qualifications -Education/Experience/Training/Etc

Required:

• High school diploma/G.E.D required, Associate's or technical degree preferred.
• 05-08 years related experience OR Technical requirements completed and pass assessment at appropriate level.
• Applicable industry/professional certification preferred.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.