Lead Process Technician

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CRH is seeking a Lead Process Technician in Endicott, NY to oversee plastic extrusion operations, lead setups, monitor production parameters, troubleshoot equipment, and drive continuous improvement with engineers and maintenance. The ideal candidate has at least five years of plastic extrusion experience, strong leadership, and familiarity with extruders, dies, and cooling tanks, plus the ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools. You will train operators, enforce safety and quality standards, and ensure products meet customer requirements while maintaining records. Compensation ranges from $33 to $45 per hour with bonus and benefits. Apply via CRH’s official application and tailor your resume to highlight leadership, troubleshooting, process optimization, and collaboration, showing readiness for shift work in a fast-paced, noisy environment.

Job ID:  520010

Non-Exempt

National Pipe & Plastics, a CRH company, is one of North America’s largest PVC pipe producers, serving the water and energy markets from two east coast locations in Endicott, NY, and Greensboro, NC.  But we’re more than just a manufacturer.  Our long history of exceptional customer service and product quality enables us to be a trusted and strategic solutions partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more.  As part of the CRH Infrastructure Products business, we are leading the industry with innovative, sustainable solutions with a safety-first mindset.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Lead Process Technician with experience in plastic extrusion to join our team. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, the Lead Process Technician will be responsible monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing production processes and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output. You will work closely with engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and adhere to strict safety and quality standards. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and an eagerness to learn new techniques.

Job Responsibilities 

• Acts as technical lead to oversee production processes, including set-up, start-up, and changeover procedures
• Responsible for monitoring and controlling production processes, ensuring that equipment and machinery are operating within specified parameters
• Designs, plans, and implements regular inspections of production lines, identifying and addressing any abnormalities, malfunctions, or deviations from quality standards
• Oversees tasks completed by process technicians
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify the root causes of problems, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Train and assist operators and process technicians in proper equipment operations, troubleshooting techniques, process control, and safety guidelines
• Collaborate with engineers and other stakeholders to develop and optimize production processes, improving efficiency, yield, and product quality
• Perform routine calibration on production equipment to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns
• Develop process improvement strategies and contribute ideas for process optimization, cost reduction, and waste reduction in collaboration with other departments
• Understand customer requirements and ensure that products are manufactured accordingly
• Maintain accurate production records and communicate any issues or concerns to management in a timely manner
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and quality guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree or technical certificate preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in plastic extrusion manufacturing processes or related field
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge of processing equipment such as extruders, dies, cooling tanks
• Knowledge of safety protocols, quality control principles, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings/schematics and measuring devices (calipers/micrometers)
• Proficiency in using tools and instruments for measurement, calibration, and troubleshooting
• Good written/oral communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with others
• Flexibility to work in shifts and adapt to changing production demands
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent exposure to noise and heat

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $33-$45/hr
• Bonus opportunity 
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays 

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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