Process Technician

Summary:

Perform adjustments to the injection molding process as needed to maintain acceptable quality standards. Must be knowledgeable in sitting of molds and performing die changes, perform color and material changeovers. Must be able to startup and maintain injection molding machines and adjust cycle times to maintain production standards. Being able to adjust Yushin robots is a plus.

Essential Functions:

Follows safety policies and LOTO procedures to ensure a safe work environment

Records data, creates set up sheets, maintains change logs.

Keeps work areas clean and organized.

Understands processing of different grades of plastics to make quality parts.

Help with samples of new molds and materials.

Perform color changes and material chances efficiently.

Perform first piece inspections of finished parts after a changeover.

Must have good organizational skills.

Ability to use Shot scope or other production monitoring software.

Must be able to work in a team environment.

Must be able to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Must be able to lift and handle a minimum of 45-55 pounds occasionally

Good hand and eye coordination a must

Good mechanical aptitude is a plus

Perform work from a standing and/or sitting position as required

Must be able to work in an environment with moderate amount of noise

All work is performed in a manufacturing environment which may be hot/cold; requires the use of PPE at all times (eyeglasses, ear plugs where required, etc.)

Must have high school diploma or GED

Two to three years related experience in injection molding, mold set-up and troubleshooting are a plus

Prior experience working on molding machines such as Husky, BMB, Van Dorn and/or Milacron are a plus

Basic computer skill knowledge

Good communication skills

EEO employer

Drug testing required for this position