Process Engineering Technician (Afternoon Shift)

Process Engineering Technician (Afternoon Shift) Job #: 2026-18033 Location: 9800 Genard Rd., Houston, TX 77041 Schedule: 2nd Shift (3:00pm to 11:30pm), Monday‑Friday Salary Range: $28 to $31 per hour Education: High School Diploma (minimum), 2‑year degree preferred in Engineering or a related technical discipline Overview We are seeking a highly motivated Process Technician to support manufacturing operations and quality assurance initiatives in a powder coatings environment (2nd shift). The role provides hands‑on exposure to adjustment work, process optimisation, and laboratory testing, with a focus on developing problem‑solving skills and contributing to continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Assist in monitoring and improving powder coating production processes Collect and analyse process data to support process control, efficiency improvements, and waste reduction Participate in troubleshooting production issues and support root‑cause analysis Verify run‑condition changes during the process and set run conditions Support product adjustments: adjust powders, prepare test samples, and conduct lab‑scale batch experiments Conduct chemical and physical testing on in‑process samples and finished products, perform quality control checks, and document results in accordance with established standards Support continuous improvement projects focused on product consistency, defect reduction, and process capability Qualifications 2‑year associate’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline Strong foundation in process engineering and troubleshooting Familiarity with laboratory equipment, testing methods, and safe chemical handling practices Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving and documentation skills Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams Self‑starter with strong attention to detail and willingness to work in both lab and production environments Experience with powder coatings, polymers, or industrial chemical processes preferred Exposure to quality systems, SPC, and coating testing preferred What You Will Gain Hands‑on exposure to chemical manufacturing, quality testing, and R&D formulation Experience supporting real‑world manufacturing projects and continuous improvement initiatives Mentorship and skills development in production chemistry, quality systems, and problem solving EEO-1 Job Category: Operatives (United States of America) #J-18808-Ljbffr 8797 ACS U.S.A., LLC