Sr. Process Technician

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries.

The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.  

 

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.  

 

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

 

OUR VISION: 

Being the customer service company in the world. 

 

OUR PURPOSE: 

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. 

Job Requisition #:
034301 Sr.

Process Technician (Open)

Job Description:

Job Summary: The Senior Process Technician is a technical leader responsible for optimizing, controlling, and continuously improving large plastic drum blow-molding processes.

This role ensures safe, stable, and efficient operations while delivering high-quality products that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

The Senior Process Technician serves as a subject matter expert for blow-molding processes, provides advanced troubleshooting support, and mentors technicians and production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Applies knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical controls, and PLC programming to support projects for the repair, upgrade or replacement of facility equipment and controls.

Key Responsibilities 


* Lead setup, optimization, and sustained control of large plastic drum blow-molding equipment to ensure consistent, efficient, and repeatable production.


* Monitor and adjust process parameters, including parison control, wall thickness distribution, cycle times, and cooling, to improve throughput, yield, and OEE.


* Serve as the escalation point for complex process and quality issues, quickly diagnosing root causes and implementing sustainable corrective actions.


* Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering to eliminate recurring defects, equipment downtime, and non-conforming products.


* Develop, document, and standardize processing best practices, setup parameters, and troubleshooting guides for drum blow-molding operations.


* Support new product launches, mold trials, and equipment installations by establishing validated process windows and operating standards.


* Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, material efficiency, cycle time optimization, and cost reduction.


* Track and analyze process data and improvement results, utilizing KPIs and structured problem-solving methods.


* Support preventive and predictive maintenance efforts by identifying process-related risks and improvement opportunities.


* Actively promote safe work practices, ensuring compliance with al...