Process Technician - Injection Molding (2nd Shift)

The Process Technician is responsible for Injection Molding startup, mold replacement setup, launching of new product series, shutdown procedures, and maintenance and modification of parameter settings for optimum production.

Essential Functions (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

Actively participate in all safety, quality, and production related meetings required, as well as promote safety throughout the department

Actively follow and promote use of lock out tag out, and undergo annual recertification training as required

Verify program, mold, End of Arm Tooling (EOAT), and resin are correct prior to starting production after a mold change has been performed

Verify correct program is loaded, all connections are properly made, and all sequences are appropriate for tool being set

Follow proper startup procedures to ensure tool does not flash on first shot or run excessive scrap due to defects

Follow proper shutdown procedures and ensure press will be ready for production at next startup

Assist mold setters and maintenance personnel in methods to improve accuracy and reduce scrap and downtime

Follow 5 piece inspection procedures on all new startups with other Team Members involved

Complete all production related documents in a timely manner

Perform periodic quality inspections on all molding presses throughout the shift

Inspect all parts based on Mobis quality criteria

Immediately report any conditions that will cause safety, quality, or production related issues

Observe all safety rules and policies at all times, including properly wearing correct personal protective equipment

Maintain and improve housekeeping in assigned areas (purging, scrap parts, material spills, etc.) Assist in training of new Team Members

Transfer information daily to the following shift concerning all quality issues, process changes, or any other quality or production concerns

Prompt, regular, predictable attendance

Physical presence at work during all scheduled work hours

Overtime and weekend work as required

All other job duties assigned

High School Diploma or equivalent plus four years of experience working with injection molding machines utilizing hot runner systems and valve gate sequencing.

Experience with large tonnage molding machines (2000 tons and larger)

Experience with Engel Presses

Master Molder 1 and 2

Fanuc Robot Certification

RJG Certification

Work is 90% in production area; 10% in office

Overtime as needed

Traversing around production floor