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Lead Manufacturing Technician

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We are growing! Critical Process Filtration is hiring for a Lead Manufacturing Technician in Nashua, NH!

About Critical Process Filtration (CPF)

Critical Process Filtration is a family-owned and privately held company with a global and regional reach but a family feel. For over 20 years, CPF has been designing filtration products, and our machinery, to become the number one manufacturer of process filters. We supply high-quality filters for companies in diverse industries from bio-pharmaceutical to wine and beer, juices to auto airbags. CPF is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturing facility located in Nashua, New Hampshire, and is where we assemble and package all of our products in a clean-room environment. We are looking for hard-working individuals to join our manufacturing team as we continue to expand our business.

Outstanding Benefits:

· Holidays- 9 Paid annually

· Paid vacation- (up to 5 weeks) -Start accruing the first day

· 401(k)- Eligible 1st of the month after 90 days with a portion matched by the company

· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance- Eligible on 1st of the month following date of hire

· Life Insurance- Company-paid

· Long Term Disability- Company -paid

· Competitive compensation – with additional levels of pay offered immediately to well-qualified candidates based on your skills and experience

CPF has an exciting opening in our Nashua location for a Lead Manufacturing Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for various high-level manufacturing duties and responsibilities under the direction of the Production Supervisor and Operations Manager. The Lead Technician will be responsible for coaching and assisting those in his/her department along with providing administrative support for those departments.

What you will be accomplishing in our team environment

· Trained to achieve a high-level knowledge and usage in the Testing and Pleating Departments with an understanding of the following equipment and procedures:

· End Capping

· Bagging and Boxing

· Picking

· Engraving

· Final Assembly

· Capsules

· Trouble Shooting various machines

· Shipping

· Develops resolutions to problems of limited scope and follows specific, outlined, and detailed procedures; while working independently.

· Maintains cleanliness of the shop floor and surrounding areas, in accordance with procedures

· Must be mindful of the importance of processing job orders correctly and be able to assist and coach coworkers

· Oversee employees and report any issues or concerns to the production supervisor

· Ensure that team members follow defined manufacturing procedures or work instructions and comply with quality requirements

· Works to ensure people and resources are applied efficiently and effectively to meet delivery requirements while achieving quality and safety standards

· Responsible for training or overseeing the training of new operators and providing refresher training when necessary

· Ensures that all the production and training records are completed appropriately

· Responsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve production success

· Monitor time and attendance and communicate to the production supervisor to ensure compliance with company procedures

· Consistently promote high standards through personal example

· Ability to work OT

· Ensure that safety guidelines are followed

· Assist production supervisor with performance evaluations

· Give and receive employee feedback and report to the production supervisor

· Facilitate team cooperation

· Verify that all the production equipment is within calibration and functional

· Ensure that non-conforming material is identified and dispositioned

· Assures achievement of production goals

· Make sure that production employees are aware of day-to-day targets and responsibilities

· Monitor changeover and/or set up efficiency

· Identify production improvement opportunities within the organization

· Liaisons primarily with direct supervisors and others that direct the workflow.

· Creates and updates work instructions and forms.

· Recommends BOM and routing steps.

· Assists with inventory adjustments and transfers in Infor.

· Issues module paperwork and production orders.

· Maintains inventory of raw materials and consumables.

· Initiates CAPAs and NCMRs.

· Reports on scrap material.

· Assists with transferring of materials from bin to bin in Lisa and SAP.

· Oversees and participates in inventory counts.

· Assists in evaluating trainees and the training process.

· Provides ISO Audits.

· Ability to use the scanner for production reporting.

· Knowledge of Database Software, Internet Software, Manufacturing Software, and Microsoft Office Software

What we are looking for

· Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 2 + years of experience or High School diploma with 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Ability to speak and read the English language.

· Strong attention to detail.

· Ability to identify issues and communicate with the lead or supervisor

· Ability to follow instructions and ask questions when unclear on what to do.

· Ability to understand and apply work methods that drive accuracy and speed.

· Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with team members.

· Ability to be professional and follow the code of ethics

· Work effectively as a team member.

· Work independently with little supervision.

· Ability to work occasionally over-time.

· Ability to spend the majority of time walking on hard floors.

· Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.

· Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

· Embraces personal challenge

· Engages the interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working together

· Actively Committed to team development

· High levels of motivation, optimistic and action-orientated

· Ability to lead by example, work in a high-level demanding area, alone or with others, and maintain a positive and courteous attitude towards the company, management, and coworkers.

· Willingness to step up when needed, even in areas not directly in your job description

· Ability to manage a wide variety of activities at the same time

· Reliable

· Strong Organization and planning skills

· Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Other Benefits

Having Fun – we celebrate birthdays and work anniversaries monthly and the company holds both a holiday party and summer outing

Accessible – We are centrally located with ample parking and close access to the Nashua bus line

Our culture – we are hard-working and focused on meeting our customers’ needs. We have a great team from all walks of life and are proud of what our team accomplishes each day in producing high-quality products delivered on time.

Come join us today and make a difference! Please click Apply or email your resume to employment @criticalprocess.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8-hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Supervisor / Lead: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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