Process Technician

Elite Connector is partnering with a leading manufacturer in the Rockford, Illinois area to find a Process Technician to support production operations and help improve manufacturing performance in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Process Support & Troubleshooting

• Support the setup, operation, and optimization of manufacturing processes on the production floor
• Assist in improving process stability, reducing scrap, and supporting overall product quality improvements
• Troubleshoot day-to-day production issues and escalate complex problems when needed
• Support testing and trials to help resolve production and quality concerns

Production Support & Documentation

• Assist with maintaining and updating process parameters, settings, and production records
• Support implementation of new products from development into production
• Help ensure production equipment and processes are running according to established standards

Continuous Improvement Support

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, waste reduction, efficiency improvements)
• Collect production data and assist in basic reporting of KPIs and performance metrics
• Support efforts to improve throughput and reduce down time

Training & Cross-Functional Support

• Support training of production operators on equipment, procedures, and best practices
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams
• Provide hands-on support during production runs and troubleshooting activities

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent hands-on experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, electro-mechanical, or mechanical technology preferred
• Experience in composites, plastics, extrusion, or other continuous manufacturing environments strongly preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes
• Familiarity with basic process parameters (temperature, speed, pressure, etc.) and their impact on product quality
• Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems is a strong asset
• Basic PLC troubleshooting exposure is a plus
• Ability to read basic schematics and follow safety and production procedures
• Strong team player with good communication skills and a willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and supporting production operations on the floor