Production Technician
VAM USAProcess Compliance Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with approved operating procedures, customer specifications, and quality requirements. Investigate process deviations, non-conformances, customer complaints, and quality incidents; identify root causes and support corrective actions. Conduct routine chemical analyses of electroplating baths and process solutions according to established test procedures. Interpret analytical results and recommend process adjustments to maintain bath chemistry within specification. Maintain laboratory equipment, testing records, and calibration documentation. Expected Outcomes: Consistent process compliance. Reduction in quality defects and rework. Stable chemical bath performance. Successful completion of internal and external audits. Production Support Provide technical support to production personnel during routine operations and troubleshooting activities. Serve as a backup production operator when operational requirements necessitate staffing support. Support start-ups, line changeovers, and process validation activities. Expected Outcomes: Minimized production interruptions. Improved operational stability and throughput. Training & Workforce Development Evaluate operator competency and maintain training records. Promote standardized work practices and operational discipline throughout the department. Expected Outcomes: Increased operator competency. Reduced process variability resulting from human factors. Improved training compliance rates. Continuous Improvement Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, yield improvement, and environmental performance. Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as PDCA, Root Cause Analysis, 5-Why, Fishbone Diagrams, and Lean Manufacturing tools. Support implementation of process optimization projects in collaboration with Engineering and Operations teams. Track and report project benefits and performance improvements. Expected Outcomes: Measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and operating costs. Successful execution of departmental improvement projects. Consumable Inventory Management Manage inventory levels of production consumables including plating chemicals, laboratory reagents, cutting inserts, threading compounds, measuring devices, PPE, and tooling components. Monitor consumption trends and coordinate replenishment activities with purchasing and warehouse personnel. Maintain inventory accuracy and support cost-control initiatives. Expected Outcomes: Zero production interruptions due to consumable shortages. Controlled inventory costs and optimized stock levels. Instrumentation & Calibration Perform scheduled calibrations and verification activities on process monitoring equipment, gauges, laboratory instruments, and measuring systems. Maintain calibration records and ensure traceability requirements are met. Coordinate external calibration services when required. Expected Outcomes: Accurate process measurement systems. Compliance with quality management system requirements. Governance: Reporting Lines & Key Stakeholders Direct Manager: Department Manager Functional Collaboration: Process Engineer Quality Manager Maintenance Manager Production Supervisors Internal Stakeholders: Production Operators Quality Assurance Team Maintenance Department Supply Chain and Purchasing Teams Warehouse Personnel Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Team Engineering and Technical Services Plant Leadership Team External Stakeholders: Calibration Service Providers Chemical Suppliers Equipment Vendors Customers during audits, qualification reviews, or technical investigations Exposure Level: Routine interaction with plant leadership. Participation in customer audits and technical reviews. Collaboration with equipment suppliers and technical service providers. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pu…