Process Trainee

Job Title: Process Trainee

Department: Operations / Process
Reports To: Process Supervisor or Process Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Mission, TX
Company: ecoat.us

Job Summary

The Process Trainee is an entry-level development role responsible for supporting and learning manufacturing process operations at ecoat.us. This position is designed to develop future Process Supervisors and Process Managers through structured, hands-on training in e-coat and top coat operations, quality systems, safety requirements, and continuous improvement practices.

The Process Trainee works under close supervision and does not have independent decision-making authority.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with daily e-coat and top coat process operations.
• Learn process flow, line parameters, chemical controls, and basic equipment functionality.
• Support data collection, process monitoring, and documentation activities.
• Assist with maintaining process records, logs, and reports.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities under supervision.
• Support process improvement and standardization initiatives.
• Assist with ISO 9001:2015 documentation and audit preparation.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Operations teams as assigned.
• Complete assigned training modules and demonstrate competency progression.

Training & Development

• Participate in a structured on-the-job training program (typically 3–6 months).
• Training progress and competency will be documented and evaluated.
• Advancement opportunities are based on demonstrated skills, performance, and business needs.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemistry, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent manufacturing or technical experience may be considered.

Experience

• Entry-level position; prior manufacturing, lab, or technical exposure is a plus but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to learn technical processes and follow detailed instructions.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to follow safety and quality standards at all times.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to chemicals, noise, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to lift up to [insert site-specific weight, e.g., 30 lbs] as required.

Authority & Decision-Making

• This role has no independent decision-making authority.
• All work is performed under the direction of a Process Supervisor or Process Manager.

Performance Measures

• Completion of assigned training milestones.
• Adherence to safety, quality, and documentation standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of basic process operations.
• Reliability, attendance, and teamwork.

Career Progression

This role may progress into a Process Supervisor or other technical roles based on performance, skill development, and business needs.