What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Technician position at TAKEUCHI MFG U S LTD?
Position Summary
The Process Technician serves as a key leader in driving operational excellence by improving workflows, standardizing best practices, and mentoring teams. This role combines hands-on process improvement with leadership, training, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, quality, and safety
- Serve as a subject matter expert and coach for frontline employees and team leads
- Train, mentor, and guide team members on standard work, best practices, and problem-solving techniques
- Facilitate continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen events, 5S implementation, and root cause problem-solving
- Partner with supervisors and managers to support production goals and lead change initiatives
- Influence and drive adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and lead action plans when performance gaps exist
- Support cross-functional collaboration between production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, not just authority
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving capabilities
- Experience leading small teams, projects, or improvement groups
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 3–5 years of experience in process improvement, manufacturing, or operations
- Proven experience mentoring, training, or leading teams
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing or operational environment
- Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
Takeuchi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.