Description
A stable custom plastics injection molding manufacturing company, manufacturing household and landscaping products, is searching for a First Shift Process Technician to; establish plastic injection molding processes, train operators and monitor them, find opportunities for improvements, and be able to:
- Operate and set-up: injection molding machines, vision systems, down-stream equipment, and material feed equipment
- Assist with the start-up of new equipment by developing process parameters
- Develop Operator training plans and train Operators and Process Technicians
- Monitor critical process parameters on the injection machines and secondary systems
- Establish optimum calculated alarm parameters around the baseline process
- Conduct process related training for operators
- Work with outside suppliers, machine manufacturers, and company management
- Execute sample requests issued and process related activities focused on identifying root cause
- Participate mold and injection molding equipment repair when required
- Lead role in implementing process improvements that result in cost savings and improved quality
In addition to a hourly pay rate in the $25 to $28 per hour range, the company offers a very competitive health care package, paying 70% of the premium cost, and relocation assistance.
Position Requirements
Skills:
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Mold setting and establishing injection molding process parameters
- Effective organizational skills with an attention to detail
- Advanced injection molding knowledge related to troubleshooting and resin behavior
- Advanced problem-solving skills focused on root cause analysis and lessons learned
- Working knowledge of basic injection molding Hydraulic and Electric presses and Vision Systems
Experience
A minimum of 3 – 5 years experience with injection mold machine repair, processing, mold setting, and secondary equipment operation.
- ISO type quality systems a plus
- RJG Molding experience a plus