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Injection Molding Process Technician
📍 Location: Tolleson, AZ
🕒 Type: Full-time, Night Shift
Join us at Landscape Products Inc. as an Injection Molding Process Technician. This is your opportunity to play a critical role in the manufacturing process, ensuring our products meet quality standards while continuously improving operational efficiency.
THIS IS A NIGHT SHIFT POSITION:
3:00 p.m. to 11:30 PM
Key Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate injection molding machines to produce high-quality parts efficiently
- Troubleshoot injection molding equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and maintain production flow
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment to prevent downtime.
- Perform quality control checks to ensure products meet specifications and standards
- Troubleshoot material handling equipment
- Assist in the setup and calibration of manufacturing machinery.
- Monitor production processes and adjust as necessary to maintain optimal performance.
- Collect and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Implement process improvements to enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality.
- Conduct regular inspections and tests of products to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Document and report any deviations or defects found during inspections.
- Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures.
- Identify and troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
- Work with engineers and maintenance staff to resolve technical problems.
- Suggest and implement solutions to prevent recurrence of issues.
- Maintain accurate records of production activities, equipment maintenance, and process changes.
- Prepare reports on equipment performance, production metrics, and quality issues.
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding process status and issues.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Report any safety hazards or incidents to supervisors.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct other duties as assigned by management.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
- Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
Leadership & Communication:
- Conduct yourself with professionalism in all communication with fellow employees, management, and Field Support Center staff.
- Attend and participate in scheduled meetings.
- Champion Landscape Product’s culture and commitment throughout all business activities.
- Communicate all operational issues with the Manager
Business Development
- Maintain a strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with machinery.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Continue to stay proficient with basic hand and power tools.
Core Competencies
- Attention to detail – Being careful about the details and thorough in the completing work tasks.
- Dependability – Must be reliable, responsible, dependable, and able to fulfill obligations.
- Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
- Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
- Strong Communication Skills – Able to articulate and express ideas effectively using written and verbal communication skills along with collaboration and teamwork.
- Must be willing to cover other shifts as needed
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in plastics or manufacturing technology is a plus.
- 1-3 years of experience in injection molding or related field.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills with injection molding machinery.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and production specifications.
- Basic understanding of quality control principles and practices.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Why You’ll Love This Job:
- Collaborate with a team of English- and Spanish-speaking staff.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability