Process Technician

Location: Granville, OH

Shift: 7am - 3pm, Monday through Friday

Duration: 2 years

Interview
Phone Screen, Contenders to be invited onsite

Must haves:

1. Manufacturing and/or quality control experience background in manufacturing operations or quality assurance processes
2. Mechanically inclined experienced using hand tools (sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers)
3. Self-sufficient works with little to no supervision
4. Strong collaboration skills able to work effectively with team members and cross-functional partners
5. Excellent troubleshooting abilities quickly and efficiently identify and resolve technical issues
6. Safety focused consistently prioritizes safe work practices in all aspects of the role
7. Demonstrated problem-solving skills able to analyse situations, develop solutions, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have:

• Previous forklift experience, or a willingness to be trained and certified to operate a forklift

Position Summary

The contract technician position actively participates on teams that deliver technical solutions significantly impacting the residential roofing business. This role contributes to the business s success by operating the shingle prototype line, developing process equipment, and conducting product tests on projects designed to improve the quality and productivity of our roofing operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates a commitment to safety in every aspect of work
• Works safely in laboratory and manufacturing environments
• Identifies and corrects hazards; ensures rigorous compliance with OC safety procedures and policies
• Practices good housekeeping habits and participates fully in site safety initiatives
• Collaborates with engineers, scientists, and team members to operate the shingle pilot line and deliver project goals
• Prepares equipment and raw materials and is comfortable with carrying and lifting 30 lbs
• Quickly troubleshoots equipment or process issues, proactively resolving problems to minimize downtime
• Assists with assembly and modification of process and equipment prototypes
• Runs prototype testing and evaluation in partnership with engineers, conducting routine and non-routine shingle testing
• Documents observations, inputs test results into LIMs data system, and maintains thorough records
• Cleans and maintains equipment, ensuring readiness for ongoing and future testing
• Performs hazard assessments for non-routine tasks
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity

Metrics

• Actively contributes to Near Miss tracking system and documents hazard eliminations
• Performs non-routine task hazard assessments
• Safely and consistently completes operational tasks on the pilot line
• Assembles quality prototypes meeting engineers requirements
• Test deliverables meet Quality Requirements and Standards

Experience and Knowledge Requirements

• Associate s degree required; Bachelor s degree preferred
• Hands-on aptitude with mechanical equipment
• Troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing and laboratory environment
• Must be comfortable using a computer; working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) required

Personal Characteristics

• Teamwork Oriented: Works collaboratively as a team member on a production mimic line; effectively partners with engineers and scientists to ensure project success
• Problem Solver: Demonstrates critical thinking skills to identify root causes and implement solutions, even under pressure
• Safety Focused: Consistently maintains a safety-first mindset and supports creating a safe workplace for all
• Accountability: Takes ownership for results, actions, and decisions; committed to follow-through and completion
• Troubleshooter: Shows initiative and resourcefulness in diagnosing and resolving technical challenges
• Adaptable: Responds quickly and effectively to changing priorities and demands
• Resilient: Able to work in environments that can be hot and dirty; continuously strives for improved cleanliness and organization
  Inclusive: Values and leverages the unique contributions of all team members
  
  

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires:

• Handling hot asphalt at temperature 380 F or lower
• Forklift training might be requested/necessary.
• Ability to work flexible hours to cover multiple shifts and departments
• Regular attendance on site and the ability to work varying or rotating shifts

• Exposure to hot/cold temperature- continuously
• Exposure to noise- continuously
• Lifting/carrying/moving up to 35 pounds
• Twisting and Bending occasionally
• Sitting- occasionally
• Walking occasionally
• Hand/Eye Coordination frequently
• Standing- frequently