Process Engineering Technician (Plastics)

SEL isseeking aPlasticsEngineering Technicianto joinourPlastics Engineeringteam inLewiston Idaho.This hands-on role is critical todelivering custom injection molded production to all SEL production sites.In this role you will collaborate closely with production tofacilitatethetimelychange-over and start-up of injection molding machines and supportequipment. You will support andleadtroubleshooting efforts that resolve quality events andidentifyrootcause. You will perform new tooling evaluationsand newprocess developmentincludingautomation on machines and completion of first article inspections. There will be opportunitiestodevelop andutilizerobotic programming skills createnewautomated inspection processes troubleshootvarious automated assemblycellsand secondary operation automation. You willbe requiredto perform process improvements collect data create and completedocumentationwhile followingWorld Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles.If you enjoy fast-paced detail-oriented work with opportunities andlong-termtechnical progression we invite you to apply. Help us shape this dynamic department!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.

2. Assist in measuring and improving yield efficiency and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.

3. Document modify and maintain manufacturing related procedures.

4. Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.

5. Train operators and support staff as needed.

6. Follow and apply SEL Values Principles of Operations and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

7. Understand. Create. Simplify.

8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience

Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role

Basic computer skills including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g. Excel Word SQL)

Strong writing documentation and speaking skills

Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Background check results satisfactory to SEL

Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience troubleshooting process and machinery problems

Experience writing and/or conducting Design of Experiments

Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery

Experience preparing materials cross-sections for microscopic analysis

Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics

Physical Requirements

Lift and maneuver 40 pounds

Pull weight from high/low shelves

Reach

Bend

Grip

Twist

Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours

Fine finger dexterity

Location

Lewiston ID- This position is located in Lewiston ID where youll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space freedom from traffic easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains rivers and forests as well as great schools and universities.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• Were 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

• We offer top tier medical prescription dental vision life and disability insurance.

• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses apprenticeships tuition assistance and engineering development programs.

• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness fertility adoption and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range

Process Engineering Technician I $32.88 - $48.60 per hour. We base our starting pay on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience training knowledge and skills. Salary ranges are determined by job responsibility and location

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.