VIP Process Tech
Location: Portland, IN
Compensation:$25.37 per hour
Shift: 2nd shift*** While this is a second shift position, the selected candidate will be required to train on first shift for a minimum of one month before transitioning to their regular second shift schedule.
Position Summary
Since 1989, ThermoSafe has been driven by a singular purpose: protecting the integrity of products that protect people. We’re a global team of thinkers, builders, and doersadvancing thermal science and redefining what’s possible in sustainable cold-chain innovation. From our labs to our manufacturing floors, and across every business function, ThermoSafe team members collaborate to design, produce, and deliver solutions that keep critical medicines safe worldwide.
The VIP Process Technician will take ownership of ThermoSafe’s cutting-edge Vacuum Insulation Panel production line. You’ll run, troubleshoot, and continuously optimize high-performance manufacturing processes in a fast-paced, innovative environmentdelivering world-class quality, maximum up time, and game-changing efficiency
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and master advanced VIP equipment: vacuum sealing systems, material handling, and automated inspection lines
- Troubleshoot like a prorapidly diagnose issues, kill downtime, and keep production humming
- Dive deep into process data to spot trends, boost yield, cut costs, and push performance higher
- Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams to launch new products and upgrades
- Lead process improvements, lean projects, and root-cause problem solving
- Mentor junior techs and champion best practices on the floor
- Own preventative maintenance, SOP creation/revision, and flawless documentation
- Live and breathe safety, quality, and operational excellence every shift
Qualifications
- Hands on experience plus technical understanding in high-volume or advanced materials manufacturing
- Proven experience with vacuum systems, sealing tech, or cleanroom environments (huge plus)
- Strong mechanical/electrical skillscan read schematics and fix complex equipment fast
- Comfortable with PLCs, SPC, Six Sigma tools, and precision measurement
Preferred
- Data-driven mindset with sharp problem-solving instincts
- Self-starter who thrives in a rapid environment and collaborates effortlessly
- Excellent communicationwritten and verbaland solid computer skills (MS Office)
- Flexibility to work any shift, including nights/weekends as needed
- Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent real-world experience
ThermoSafe is an Equal Opportunity Employer
