Injection Molding Process Technician

Job Title: Injection Molding Process Technician

Department: Process Engineering

Reports To: Process Engineer

Direct Reports: None

Status: Non- Exempt

Job Summary:

An Injection Molding Process Technicians primary job is to start up, monitor, program and troubleshoot plastic injection-molding machines and auxiliary equipment related to the injection molding process. This requires specialized knowledge of materials, specific tools, and equipment. Troubleshooting tasks might include dealing with inconsistent material, faulty equipment, human error, and preventing defects from occurring.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Work flexible schedule at times (nights/days as needed)*

• Ability to problem solve proficiently.

• Ensure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and connected automated systems are set to regulation parameters, meet quality standards and all production goals.

• Set up and start up molding machines, read part prints, and have a working knowledge of hand tools to measure parts such as calipers.

• Monitor and troubleshoot processing problems, perform preventive maintenance tasks, and document process changes.

• Able to understand and apply all aspects of scientific molding.

• Understand the importance of reducing and re-using material scrap to protect our environment and save costs.

• Maintain process logs/monitors in keeping with SWI’s

• Maintain a positive attitude at all times exhibiting professionalism and willingness to work as a team for the best solution.

• Identify and request mold repairs as needed.

• Enter work orders into maintenance connection software.

• Coordinate & escalate various maintenance/processing issues in a timely manner.

• Follow escalation policy.

• Perform start of shift walk through with off going/ ongoing Process Techs.

• Coordinate 5S activities.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

•High school diploma or GED

Experience:

•2 years in a position as a Mold Setter/Setup or similar role required.

•5 years working as a Process Technician with various brands of injection molding/ Blow Molding machines.

•Experience with various automation equipment including Sepro, Whittman, and others.

•Process knowledge of different resins such as polypropylene, nylon, PPO, Acetal, etc.

•Experience in an automotive JIT manufacturing environment preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

RJG/Paulson training preferred.

Computer Skills:

•Intermediate level in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and in the use of e-mail, web browser applications.

Mathematical Abilities:

•Intermediate-advanced math skills.

Analytical or Reasoning Abilities:

•Strong analytical, planning skills and critical thinking ability required with orientation for continuous improvement.

•Ability to understand and follow written technical procedures/instructions

•Ability to effectively prepare business and technical documentation such as procedures, reports, presentations, etc.

Communication Skills: (Writing, Foreign Language, Reasoning)

•Ability to read, write and speak English

•Highly effective, articulate communication skills (verbal & written) with strong interpersonal effectiveness and the ability to work with all levels in the organization and across cultures

•Bilingual English-Spanish preferred

Other Skills (Technical, or Other special knowledge and abilities)

•Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work.

•Strong attention to detail and ability to effectively manage a variety of projects and tasks.

•Takes initiative, approaches others in a positive and constructive manner, and works well independently to achieve results

Physical Requirements:

•100% will be spent on the production floor completing work related to the position.

•Must be able to lift 25 pounds individually and team lift 50 pounds.

•Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures without endangering the health or safety of self or others. Must wear all personal protective equipment where required.

•All duties and responsibilities noted above that could be considered physical in nature.

•Must pass a background check and drug screen.