Injection Molding Setup / Process Technician

Duties Include:

• Set up molds in all injection molding machines (horizontal, vertical or two-shot) by referencing shop packet, manufacturer spec sheets, process sheets and set up check sheets
• Develop new processes or improve existing processes by sampling new materials or tools and accurately documenting results
• All start ups and newly developed processes must produce parts that meet quality and productivity standards
• Set up and program on all robotic automation
• Set up all press side secondary equipment such as drill presses, pad printers and sonic welders
• Set up press side operator work stations that are functional, safe and organized

Essential Responsibilities Include:

• Tear down existing setups on machines and store all unneeded equipment neatly and safely
• Properly and safely rig and lift molds and equipment to move them to and from press or storage areas
• Set up, create and run new programs for on-press robots
• Start up any new or existing job on any press with or without a process sheet
• Troubleshoot process problems on new or existing jobs with or without process sheets
• Sample new molds and materials to debug tooling and develop new processes
• Make recommendations to engineering and toolmaker to improve tooling
• Fill out tooling work orders to have molds repaired or serviced as needed

Prerequisites:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints method sheets, process sheets, work orders, safety rules, etc.
• Ability to effectively relay information to co-workers about technical issues relating to set up
• Ability to hear and understand verbal technical instruction
• With or without a calculator, must be able to accurately add, subtract, multiply, divide whole numbers and calculate figures/amounts such as fractions or percentages. Also must have the ability to apply these mathematical concepts to practical situations
• Able to accurately read a tape measure, level and caliper
• Must have basic understanding of Microsoft applications and ability to do basic data entry in spreadsheets and/or database programs
• Must meet or exceed the physical demands and be able to cope with the work environment of the position. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 55 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Prior experience as a General Service / Material Handler preferred