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Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.
Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!
Scope of Responsibility
Cascade Engineering is currently hiring for the position of Process Technician Level 2. In this role, you will be responsible for performing color changes, start up and mold changes of injection molding equipment. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance and expand your technical skills and abilities.
Come join this supportive, collaborative, dynamic team! At the Buursma Plant, we produce carts for waste and recycling. You will work on some of the largest plastic injection molding machines in the world! This is an opportunity to thrive in an environment where you're on your feet and active, challenge through problem-solving while working with large-scale plastic molding presses.
Location: Buursma Plant (4950 37th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512)
Shift: 6pm – 6:10am (working 3 days one week, 4 days the next and every other weekend)
Target Pay: $21.89 - $29.19
General Responsibilities
Routine Tasks – Executes the startup of plastic injection molding equipment, ensuring the prompt and precise installation and removal of injection molds while adhering to quality and safety protocols. Also responsible for color changes, cleaning hoppers and moisture checks.
Machine Adjustments -Performs mold changes safely and efficiently. Has the ability to determine the appropriate Knock Outs/Ejector Bars setup. Knows why and how to inspect platen holes, bolts, cranes, and chains.Has the ability to hook up water, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic lines and verify all auxiliary equipment is functioning as intended. Has the ability to make repairs to auxiliary lines including replacing lines, replacingO-rings, and replacing fittings.
Continuous Improvement - Working in a team environment, you will investigate molding defects like flash and short shots, recognizing opportunities for continuous improvement. Communicate any tooling issues to both the Shift Supervisor and the team's Process Engineer.
Documentation - Guarantee comprehensive documentation of all processes and execute the processing of injection molding machines in accordance with process sheet specifications. Working in a team environment, you will investigate molding defects like flash and short shots, recognizing opportunities for continuous improvement. Communicate any tooling issues to both the Shift Supervisor and the team's Process Engineer.
At Cascade Engineering, we welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. If you are passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. When making hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.
Full Time
Durable Manufacturing
$41k-48k (estimate)
10/24/2023
05/02/2024
cascadeng.com
FORT WORTH, TX
1,000 - 3,000
1973
Private
FRED KELLER
$200M - $500M
Durable Manufacturing