ManufacturingTechnician

**Job Title:** Manufacturing Technician I **Job Description:** ## **The Role:** ## ## Our site in **Decatur** is seeking a **Manufacturing Technician** , **Special Processing** ## ## The Manufacturing Technician performs tasks directly related to the production duties involved with processing raw materials, green forming billets, and processing carbon billets to be used for graphite, silicon carbides, and other specialty materials. Depending on the department, a Process Technician will work with the following: conversion furnace, impregnating vessel, purity process, graphitizer, bake furnace and other equipment and processes related to the production of carbon and graphite. ## ## Hours for the position are 4:30PM-12:30AM Monday-Friday. ## ## **What You 'll Do:** * ## Safely and efficiently operate various manufacturing machines and equipment, including but not limited to high temperature furnaces, bandsaws, mills, sanders, air mills, forklifts, and cranes. * ## Conduct quality checks at different stages of the manufacturing process to ensure products meet established quality standards and specifications. * ## Identify and resolve minor equipment malfunctions and participate in routine maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain equipment in optimal condition. * ## Manage raw materials and finished products, ensuring they are properly stored, handled, and transported to maintain product integrity. * ## Maintain accurate records of production activities, including data on machine operation, product output, and quality control checks. * ## Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and colleagues. * ## Collaborate with other team members, including engineers and production supervisors, to troubleshoot issues, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement. * ## Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and manufacturing guidelines to consistently produce high-quality products. * ## Identify opportunities fo