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Process Technician I

Confidential Client•Manufacturing & Industrial
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$55,368
Phoenix, Arizona
A Day Ago

The Process Technician I at Confidential Client supports daily manufacturing operations by monitoring production processes, ensuring compliance with SOPs, and assisting with quality and productivity targets. This entry-level role involves hands-on work with automated production systems, data collection, root cause analysis, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Manufacturing (Solar & Advanced Materials).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This entry-level Process Technician role supports daily production in a high-volume manufacturing environment focused on solar components and advanced materials. Typical responsibilities include:

  • Perform routine inspections of production processes to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Monitor production metrics (yield / A-rate, repair rate, output performance, fragmentation rate, line efficiency) and report deviations
  • Identify, document, and escalate process abnormalities or equipment issues to supervisors or engineers
  • Assist with basic root-cause analysis and help implement corrective actions
  • Collect, review, and summarize process data; flag trends or anomalies for follow-up
  • Follow standardized work instructions and verify correct execution on the production floor
  • Assist with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) tasks: order setup, order checks, and production data verification
  • Support onboarding and training of new operators; reinforce SOPs and safe work practices
  • Participate in kaizen and other continuous improvement initiatives; help validate improvement actions
  • Coordinate with production, quality, and engineering teams on MES or production issues
  • Provide practical suggestions to improve process stability, safety, and efficiency

Required Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Electronics, Materials Science, or related field OR equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience
  • 0–2 years’ experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment (internship/co-op acceptable)
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and quality concepts
  • Ability to read work instructions, follow procedures, and document results
  • Willingness to learn on the job and grow into more advanced technical responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering technology, Materials Science, Physics, Semiconductor Technology, or related field
  • Experience in high-volume automated manufacturing or electronics / solar manufacturing
  • Familiarity with MES, ERP, or production tracking systems
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong attention to detail and process discipline
  • Basic problem-solving and analytical skills, including data review and trend spotting
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word; exposure to PowerPoint preferred)
  • Team-oriented with the ability to work on a production floor
  • Able to follow safety rules and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Working Conditions & Schedule

  • Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, temperature variation, and automated equipment
  • Use of required PPE
  • May require extended hours, weekends, or holidays based on business needs

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range (full-time): $48,506.00 — $66,697.00 per year
  • Starting pay depends on job-related factors such as location, experience, training, and education
  • Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family-building support, company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, employee assistance programs, and eligibility for company-wide bonuses/long-term incentives (benefit specifics determined by the hiring organization)

Additional Information

  • This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
  • Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodations. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. Contact the hiring organization for accommodation details.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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