Process Technician - 3rd Shift

Tru Vue Inc.

Work Hours: 3rd Shift - Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-6:30am

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.  Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion.  We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com.

The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment generates $200M in revenue and EBITDA margins of 20-25%. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets.  We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

Position Summary

The Process Technician is a part of a team that is responsible for the daily operation of the coating line production system. This includes system control and determining and adjusting process parameters.  They are also responsible for assisting in development of work instructions, performing audits to work instructions, training and certifying team members and assisting in special projects. Safely performs all job functions and utilizes proactive safety concepts, while contributing to a continuous improvement environment.

Responsibilities

Operate gas system, power supplies, drive system, vent and pumping systems. This includes, but not limited to:

• Operate all testing equipment required for the position. 
• Be able to check calibrations and troubleshoot instruments. 
• Prepare samples for experiments and long term environmental testing.
• Conduct tune-in and design control of all Tru Vue optical coatings.
• Monitor yields and work with other Process Technicians, Quality Assurance Technicians, Supervisor, and support staff to trouble-shoot defects and minimize yield loss.
• Work closely with and rotate through duties with other Process Technicians and Production staff as appropriate to assure customer satisfaction.
• Record information at established intervals. 
• Maintain detailed and organized data records.
• Document and monitor procedures and processes to eliminate variation and promote sharing of knowledge.
• Assist in development of work instructions, perform regular audits to these work instructions, train and certify team members and assist in special projects.
• Assist with troubleshooting of entire system.
• Troubleshoot and perform work on various process equipment (vacuum gauges, turbo pumps, power supplies, cathodes, leak checking equipment, etc.).
• Participate in team problem solving and process improvement meetings.
• Interact and support the team in root cause analysis of troubleshooting and quality issues. 
• Participate in regularly scheduled maintenance of vacuum system.
• Support continuous improvement and elimination of waste and variation in processes using established improvement processes. 
• Assist in implementation of productivity improvements. 
• Cross train in related functions and assist others in obtaining cross-functional capabilities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Personal Attributes and Experience

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in technical field desirable.
• Two years’ work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use analytical equipment and computers.
• Familiarity with the operation and control of a vacuum system. 
• Process Control experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma Quality systems preferred.
• Demonstrated ability for detail orientated work and organization.
• Strong math aptitude.
• Computer skills and working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook and the ability to maintain electronic quality records.
• Demonstrated ability to work and cross train in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to lead and motivate others in a positive manner, including coaching others to follow work instructions, achieve standards and reach team goals.
• Ability and willingness to learn, understand, and follow documented work procedures.
• High sensitivity to quality and on time delivery of materials.
• Ability and willingness to learn and understand all production jobs.
• Sensitive to other cultures/backgrounds, able to work in a multi-cultural workplace.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently interacts with individuals on the plant floor, near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the production environment is usually loud. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear.  The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Pay Range

• Starting from $22.50 per hour, plus $1.50/hour shift premium

Our Benefits

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.