Process Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

About Rhino Tool House:

Our mission is to identify and deliver the world's most innovative industrial solutions. We provide superior service, local expertise, and a high degree of responsiveness to empower our customers to be more productive, build a better-quality product, and maintain a safe environment for their workers.

Job Description:

The Process & Automation Technician is responsible for assembling, testing, troubleshooting, and optimizing mechanical and automated equipment while supporting production processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role combines hands-on machine building and system integration with process monitoring, ERP configuration support, and operational efficiency improvements. The ideal candidate is mechanically skilled, detail-oriented, and capable of working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams to ensure high-performing and scalable manufacturing processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Production & Process Support

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform routine inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate production records including output, downtime, maintenance activity, and quality data.

Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Assist in establishing and maintaining ERP system parameters such as Bills of Materials (BOMs) and job routings.
• Collect and analyze production data to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to implement process improvements.
• Participate in audits, root cause investigations, and corrective action initiatives.
• Support training efforts for new operators and process updates.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: 

Pre-employment Qualifications: Pass pre-employment drug screen, acceptable background check results including criminal history.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification preferred. 2–5 years of experience in machine building, automation assembly, or manufacturing. Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. Experience troubleshooting equipment and supporting production processes. ERP/MES experience preferred.

Language Skills: Individuals must have good written and oral communication skills.

Reasoning Ability: Strong attention to detail is also required

Computer Knowledge and Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production software. Ability to interpret technical drawings and enter basic production or ERP data. Strong troubleshooting ability and manual dexterity.

OT and Travel: Ability to work overtime as needed. Ability to travel up to 20% of the time. (Travel will be short-term between 3 and 7 days)