Job Summary
As an Injection Molding Set-up/Process Technician, you will have the
primary liability for all aspects of the injection molding process
including, but not limited to, set-up, troubleshooting, molds, equipment
maintenance and workflow.
Duties
· Review production schedule and follow priorities.
· Pull and set specific molds (mold changeover) in accordance with
standard work practices and production schedule, in a safe and efficient
manner, ensure all mold safe settings are in place and operational.
· Follow proper mold change, clamping and set-up procedures.
· Develop and troubleshoot the process, diagnose and resolve issues
related to machine malfunctions, material/color defects and process
inconsistencies, make a necessary adjustment to processing parameters to
avoid mold/parts issues.
· Work with the Quality team to assist, prevent and resolve the
quality issues.
· Follows proper set-up, optimize molding parameters, cycle time and
material usage to improve efficiency and reduce waste, set-up checks and
floor operation procedures
· Clean mold and machine platen after removal, keep mold/machine
accessories clean and organized, assure that all molds are protected,
and all waterlines are blown out.
· Put away molds in proper location and mark molds for maintenance,
repair, and storage
· Will be required to ensure machines stay running during scheduled
operations
· May be required to perform material handling duties and set up
production area.
· Work with Machine Maintenance to ensure machines are in optimal
condition to eliminate unnecessary down time.
Skills
· 3-5 years of recent Plastic Injection Molding Process and set-up
work experience preferred.
· 3-5 years of experience in production/job shop environment.
· Thorough knowledge of plastic resins, mold set-up and functions of
an injection molding press is essential.
· Licensed on forklift and overhead crane operation or willingness to
obtain license.
· Must have basic hand tools such wrench, hammer or allen keys
· Experience with high volume multi-cavity stack molds an asset.
· Working knowledge of safety standards of equipment.
· Physical ability to lift to 50 pounds repeatedly.
Pay Rate: $30 to $34 BOE
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Experience:
- Plastic Injection Molding Process and set-up work : 3 years (required)
- Production/Job Shop: 3 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Work Location: In person