Process Technician

Who we are

At Aptar, we use insights, design, engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers, and, in turn, make a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of people around the world.

Every day, Aptar creates "a-ha moments" for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment.

We have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and South America and over 13,000 dedicated employees in some 20 countries.

You should work here because we:

• Attract and develop high performing people.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.
• Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.

What's new with Aptar

Our fast-growing, technologically-driven manufacturing company is seeking a Process Technician.

• Setup, adjust and troubleshoot all injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform mold changes including mechanical, water, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical connections.
• Set processing parameters for each mold/machine and update as necessary.
• Document process parameters by filling out and updating the SAR form as needed.
• Set up part containment for all molds as needed.
• Update all mold maps whenever changing cavitation including providing information as to the reasons for blocking cavities.
• Maintain clean and safe work cells at all times - especially immediately following the startup and/or processing of molds.
• Communicate any changes in machine status to the operators, engineers, inspectors, and supervisors as necessary.
• Work with the Process Engineer to establish and maintain process control limits.
• Perform daily housekeeping to provide a clean and safe work environment.
• Working Knowledge of SQF and GMP procedures.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively to all members of the Aptar team - especially when using the radio.
• Respond to all radio inquiries in a timely manner.
• Be flexible to company needs regarding productivity on a daily basis.
• Periodically cover time off for other technicians as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects as directed.
• Perform kaizen events regularly in support of company improvement goals and objectives.
• Ability to work unsupervised at times
• Ability to run some machines to cover breaks for operators when necessary

• Requires 2+ years of work experience and knowledge of plastic and plastic processing
• Requires extensive knowledge of how an injection molding machine works.
• Understand and have some knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics.
• High School diploma at a minimum
• Has the ability to take direction and criticism in a constructive manner.
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to distinguish color and pass the EnChroma test for the color blind

Skills/Abilities

• Intermediate to advanced level skills with Microsoft Office software and Windows Operating system.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively process concepts and changes across all teams.
• Knowledge of injection molding and assembly processes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for duration of a 12-hour shift; and will be required to walk regularly while using hands to handle material and equipment including reaching and bending with hands arms, legs and feet.
• All employees must be physically able to have/ demonstrate full use and range of arms and legs as well as full visual, verbal and hearing abilities.
• Employees must have the ability to lift and/ or move up to 50 pounds.
• Fundamental understanding of quality philosophies, principles, systems, methods, tools, and standards.
• Knowledge of SPC
• Knowledge of packaging applications (closures, bottles, & tubes).
• Able to plan, control and assure product and process quality in accordance with quality principles, which include planning processes, material control, acceptance sampling and measurement systems.
• Knowledge of the Food and Beverage industry is a plus

What we offer:

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave].

Be You. Be Aptar

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.