Manufacturing Technician III - 3rd Shift

Job Summary

Lead complex production processes for chain and fittings requiring precision, durability, and compliance with industry standards. Serve as a technical expert for forming, machining, and finishing operations. Drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and equipment performance.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead operation of forging presses, automated welding, or advanced machining systems.
• Troubleshoot complex issues such as dimensional variance, metallurgical defects, or coating failures.
• Analyze production data to improve yield, strength, and process efficiency.
• Support heat treatment process optimization (hardness, tensile strength targets).
• Interface with automated control systems (HMI/PLC) for process monitoring.
• Validate setups for new products or custom fittings.
• Mentor technicians and guide best practices in production processes.
• Drive scrap reduction and process improvement initiatives.
• Support maintenance and tooling improvements.
• Act as technical lead during production disruptions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or related experience.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of forging, machining, and finishing processes required for high-strength chain and fittings production.
• Ability to diagnose metallurgical or dimensional issues impacting product performance.
• Skill in analyzing production and quality data to drive process improvements.
• Knowledge of heat treatment processes and their impact on material properties.
• Ability to mentor technicians and improve overall team capability.
• Ability to operate independently and make high-impact technical decisions.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and quality teams.

Operational Equipment

• N/A

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Work Environment Packaging - Material Handler: Self-paced, 8 hr shifts. May be exposed to fumes, loud noises, and extreme temperatures infrequently. Functional near, far and peripheral vision and functional hearing required.
• Physical Demands Packaging - Material Handler: Heavy, lifting up to 85 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 280 lbs.

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