Description
Staff Management | SMX is seeking a Process Technician (Headliners) at Heartland Automotive in Greencastle, IN. This position supports daily manufacturing operations within the automotive headliner production department, ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently while maintaining production and quality standards.
The Process Technician will assist with equipment setup, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and process improvements to minimize downtime and maintain consistent production output.
Perks & Benefits
- Medical / Dental Insurance
- $22.50 / Hour
- $1.50 Attendance Bonus
Employment Type & Shifts
- Direct Hire
- Full Time
- 1st Shift
Job Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment used in automotive headliner production.
- Assist with equipment troubleshooting and adjustments to maintain production efficiency and product quality.
- Train and support manufacturing associates in equipment operation, preventive maintenance activities, and standard work procedures.
- Perform and assist with preventive maintenance assignments to minimize equipment downtime.
- Ensure equipment safety features are properly installed and functioning.
- Follow established lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures when clearing equipment faults and restoring machine energy.
- Monitor and accurately document equipment downtime, scrap, rework, and production-related information.
- Ensure scrap is properly recorded and disposed of daily and rework is completed as required.
- Participate in team discussions and problem-solving activities to identify and reduce recurring downtime issues.
- Support operations across individual process stations and provide production coverage when needed.
- Inspect production processes and identify equipment, safety, or quality concerns.
- Communicate equipment issues, production concerns, and quality discrepancies to the Team Leader or Production Manager.
- Complete required production paperwork, data entry, and process documentation accurately and on time.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum two years of manufacturing experience.
- Experience operating, setting up, or troubleshooting manufacturing equipment.
- Basic understanding of preventive maintenance and manufacturing safety procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with production associates and leadership.
- Familiarity with Pareto charts and production performance tracking.
Associate Requirements
- HS Diploma or GED
- Background Check
- Able to Lift 50 pounds
- Drug Test
- Must be at least 18 years old