Founded by the Channell family in 1922, Channell is a global designer, manufacturer, and seller of outside plant infrastructure equipment. The markets served by Channell are Telecommunications, Municipalities, Internet Service Providers, Wireless, Water, Power, and CATV, among others. Major product lines include a complete line of thermoplastic and metal fabricated enclosures, fiber optic cable connection and management systems, and high-performance below-grade vaults.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Structural Foam Process Technician is responsible for the safe start-up, shut down, and troubleshooting of the structural foam process during average production runs. In addition, to setting up structural foam molding machines and changeovers. Work includes collecting and analyzing production and quality data to perform problem-solving and facilitate continuous improvement in production and purchasing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform tooling changes as per schedule, including setting dryers, thermometers, processing functions of the molding machine, including line clearance activity.
• Ensure the first piece inspection is complete and the product is in conformance before releasing the line to total production
• Monitor running machines are correct, keeping processes documentation up to date
• Make process adjustments as required, identify the issue, material, tooling, machine
• Work closely with shift leadership and maintenance to reduce downtime
• Be an active participant in the structural foam continuous improvement efforts
• Assist Process Engineer and ensuring molded specifications are achieved
• Troubleshoot in a safe manner, tooling, press, and material handling system
• Self-directed and willing to work with minimal supervision following the day’s planned schedule
• Sustain, help develop the “5S” program, maintain clean, safe work area
• Perform other activities as directed by supervision

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Good mechanical skills, use of hand/power tools
• Good understanding of quality and safety practices

ABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules.
• Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• ISO sections about the position

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong knowledge of all functions of the molding process
• 2 years’ experience as a process technician or mold setter
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team
• Able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Lift and carry up to 30 / 50 pounds
• Capacity to work overtime as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and working conditions requirements indicated below are examples of the orders to carry out the essential job functions.

Physical Demands: Standing and walking (up to continuously); bend/stoop, twist neck and torso (frequently); reach, hold, grasp, push, pull, lift/carry raw material, finished product, tools, and machinery up to 30 / 50 pounds (frequently); use seeing, hearing and speaking.

Working Conditions: Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal temperatures.