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Process Technician
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A Chemical Operator operates machinery used in the manufacture and packaging of chemical products.
$51,641 / year median in North Carolina
+10% projected growth
Job Description
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Process Technician Job Description The Process Technician will be responsible for developing and verifying process settings and recipes to ensure stable quality and throughput. This role requires creating process characterization plans and supporting validation and qualification activities. The Process Technician will perform structured problem-solving using methodologies such as 5-Why, fishbone, and DOE-lite. Establishing baseline performance metrics including cycle time, scrap, yield, and OEE contributors is a key aspect of this position. The role involves standardizing operating conditions and documenting best-known methods to support line balancing and staffing recommendations during ramp-up. Responsibilities Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and quality teams for sustained improvements. Provide rapid response troubleshooting for mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical faults. Assist with changeovers, equipment alignment, and minor modifications within site rules. Perform sensor and actuator diagnostics and basic controls interface support in coordination with controls and automation teams. Support preventive maintenance catch-up and early-life failure correction. Identify spares, support critical parts lists, and update maintenance documentation. Support OEM engagement and vendor coordination during startup issues. Maintain downtime logs with failure mode categorization and corrective action records. Essential Skills Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience. 1-3 years of manufacturing experience. Advanced process troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Ability to establish baseline metrics (cycle time, yield, scrap, OEE contributors). Strong documentation and standard work creation capability. Operator and technician support experience (OTJ training). Advanced hands-on troubleshooting capability. Additional Skills & Qualifications 2-5 years of manufacturing experience for Process Technicians. Direct experience supporting manufacturing equipment during startup or early production. Equipment adjustment and changeover support. Strong technical documentation and data discipline. Preventive maintenance and reliability mindset. Work Environment All resources will start on the 1st shift and transition to the 2nd shift as required. The work environment emphasizes collaboration with various teams and requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Oxford, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Oxford,NC.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings