What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Technician Apprentice position at Röchling Automotive?
Are you looking for a new challenge? Is it time to arrive where you want to be? We have grown steadily as a team, would you like to grow too? Do you have what it takes to spur game-changing innovation? Do you crave being part of the solution, while receiving training and learning opportunities? If you answered yes, we have exciting career opportunities for you Get ready to join the Röchling Automotive team and become part of the next chapter in our history At our Akron, OH location we are searching for a:
Process Technician Apprentice
Where we need you
Required
In the Automotive division, you will shape the mobility of tomorrow. System solutions in the areas of Battery Solutions, Structural Lightweight, Aerodynamics and Propulsion. This means: We protect the environment while also improving the driving experience of millions of vehicles.
The Röchling Group has been shaping industry. Worldwide. For more than 200 years. We transform the lives of people every day with our customized plastics: they reduce the weight of cars, make medication packaging more secure and improve industrial applications. Our workforce of 11.681 people is located in the places where our customers are – in 83 locations in 25 countries.
Process Technician Apprentice
Where we need you
- Learn and assist with setup, startup, optimization, and troubleshooting of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Support Process Technicians and Engineers in maintaining efficient manufacturing processes.
- Assist with machine parameter adjustments to meet quality and production goals.
- Participate in mold changeovers, process validations, and production startups.
- Learn scientific molding principles and process optimization techniques.
- Help troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and process-related issues.
- Monitor product quality and assist with corrective actions and continuous improvement activities.
- Learn to work with automation systems, robots, and material handling equipment.
Required
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and desire to learn a skilled trade.
- Must be willing to return to school and complete required technical coursework as part of the apprenticeship program.
- Ability to commit to a structured 3-4 year apprenticeship program.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Reliable transportation to both work and educational training locations.
- Technical school coursework or vocational training.
- Manufacturing experience.
- Experience with injection molding, machinery, or industrial equipment.
- Basic troubleshooting or mechanical repair experience.
- Benefits available at DAY ONE
- Onsite Primary Care Wellness Center for all employees- AT NO COST
- 401k Match
- Paid Holidays
- Röchling Wellness Program sponsoring run/walk programs throughout the year
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee appreciation cookouts and dinners
In the Automotive division, you will shape the mobility of tomorrow. System solutions in the areas of Battery Solutions, Structural Lightweight, Aerodynamics and Propulsion. This means: We protect the environment while also improving the driving experience of millions of vehicles.
The Röchling Group has been shaping industry. Worldwide. For more than 200 years. We transform the lives of people every day with our customized plastics: they reduce the weight of cars, make medication packaging more secure and improve industrial applications. Our workforce of 11.681 people is located in the places where our customers are – in 83 locations in 25 countries.