If you combine a strong background in plastics manufacturing, including injection molding, with solid mentoring skills and the ability to work a 2nd or 3rd shift, the role of Process Technician offers you some compelling opportunities:

• You'll play an important role and bring expertise to a team including a mix of newer and experienced technicians.
• Enjoy visibility and make an impact as you leverage the breadth of your skillset, influence processes and improvements, and mentor newer techs. 
• In addition to an exceptional safety record, we have a culture and benefits that promote whole-person wellness -- we also pay a competitive wage.
• We have great leadership in place and are growing. That growth will create opportunities for strong players. You can build a long-range career with Boral Building Products.
• The plant runs 24/7. You will work a rotating 2nd (4 PM to Midnight) or 3rd (Midnight to 8 AM) shift that provides two days off in a row and ample opportunities for overtime if desired.  Quick question for you - click here

Relocation assistance may be available to an outstanding candidate.

Boral™ Building Products leads the way in innovations, giving its customers a competitive edge with an array of products that are easy for dealers to sell, builders to use and homeowners to enjoy. Boral Building Products is part of Boral North America, a leading supplier of construction materials and building products including siding, stone veneer, roofing, windows, bricks and more. Boral North America is a division of Boral Limited, a multi-national leader with over 70 years of experience in providing exceptional products and service to the growing building materials industry.

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To be a good fit for the Process Technician opportunity, you will have:

• 3+ years of experience in plastics manufacturing, including experience with:
  • Injection molding  Quick question for you - click here
  • Robotics 
• Solid computer skills, including:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (primarily Outlook, and Excel)
  • Experience with inventory and/or production monitor systems, ideally PlantStar
  • Ability to interpret, input data, and plan using a production monitoring system 
• Must know how to set up, run, and adjust injection molding machines
• A continuous improvement and safety first mindset
• A high school diploma or equivalent; trade school or an associate or bachelor's degree, ideally in Plastics or Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred
• Certification or training in relevant skill or trade preferred

As Process Technician, you will join a team of 12 technicians, each with responsibilities focused on optimizing and maintaining production processes to make quality products and reduce scrap.

Here in Elkland, we manufacture polystyrene building products through the injection molding process, with equipment including injection molding machines, grinders, wrappers, color feeders, slit/heat/form/nail tables, and more. You will set up, run, and adjust injection molding machines, using your processing skills to adjust for defects such as splay, short shots, flash, sink, bubbles, warp, etc. Quick question for you - click here

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Learn new skills
We know you'll bring solid knowledge and experience with you, but given the diversity of our operations, we're confident that there will be new things to learn.

Great environment
You will join a team with a strong work ethic and take pride in delivering to high standards, but we also keep the atmosphere casual and easygoing.

Our people are our most valuable resource
If you're looking for a place you can build a career home, be challenged and grow professionally, you've found it! We run collaborative teams, respect individual and team contributions and have a bottom-up management view. People enjoy working here, as demonstrated by employee longevity.

Sustainability built in
Our business strategy recognizes our responsibility to our customers, communities and shareholders to deliver value creation and long-term sustainability. We practice proactive recycling throughout the company.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive wage, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including a range of insurances, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match.

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More about the requirements
In addition to the qualifications listed under The Requirements tab, we're looking for a professional who has the following core competencies:

• Solid interpersonal and written communication skills
• The ability to guide, teach and communicate effectively with others
• Strong organization and prioritization skills 
• Strong learning acumen. The ability to learn new skills and processes to build capabilities, such as Scientific Molding practices, methods, and procedures.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
• Patience

Additional Considerations

You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, you will regularly be exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles; and frequently be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and temperature extremes. You must be able to:

• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may exceed 85 db          
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or out (ambient temperatures can exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit)
• Stand for prolonged periods in a stationary position
• Complete repetitive motions
• Bend and/or twist
• Lift, move, or transport items up to 40 pounds
• Move or traverse about the facility   
• Ability to work around dust, power tools, high-temperature molten plastics, and high-volume forklift traffic in various environmental conditions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

More about the role
In addition to the responsibilities under The Role tab, you should know:

Our machines are broken into three cells with approximately 20 machines per cell. You'll monitor the machines, making sure they are running good parts and meeting process windows and cycle time expectations, and make any necessary adjustments. Additionally, you will:

• Manage a production work cell with minimal supervision and communicate all essential manufacturing information to appropriate personnel.
• Perform first-piece start-up verification activities.
• Set up and verify Robot End of Arm Tooling for robots, where applicable, and initiate proper robot programming.
• Set up secondary or assembly equipment.
• Fill out set up and process monitoring documentation.
• Perform color changes, insert changes, and mold changes as required.
• Respond to calls from operators regarding product/process questions and concerns.
• Respond to calls from the Quality Department over production quality concerns, scrap issues,    adjustments required to processes.
• Identify needed machine, maintenance, and tooling repairs; initiate appropriate work orders.
• Participate in internal problem solving/improvement group events as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisors, process engineers, and management.

More about your success
In addition, to be an outstanding Process Technician, you will:

• Make safety your #1 priority, always following Boral safety policies and procedures
• Leverage your full range of talents to coach others and help drive growth
• Keep an eye open for improvements and share your strong ideas
• Maintain a good attendance record, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
• Be a self-starter who uses your time effectively, knows what needs to be done and does it
• Clearly and effectively communicate with all levels off associates, and follow verbal and written instructions
• Handle multiple activities simultaneously as required
• Offer assistance willingly, show pride in your work, accept constructive criticism; strive to further learn and develop your skills and talent

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