Injection Molding Process/Mold Technician - 3rd Shift

Company Description

Nova is a world-class producer of plastic molded components for both automotive and non-automotive industries. Our streamlined operations and low-overhead business model provide a competitive edge in custom injection molding and secondary value-add manufacturing processes. We take pride in delivering the highest quality products to our customers. Through a hands-on approach, we maintain consistent communication with clients, ensuring transparency throughout every step of the manufacturing process.

Job Responsibilities:

• Follows all safety, housekeeping, and company policies and procedures.
• Lead, support, and advise direct reports.
• Monitor training progress for direct and indirect team members.
• Ensure proper initial set-up and process verification.
• Initial setup includes correct raw material and related components (for assembly when required).
• Support machine process, make processing adjustments within tolerance, and recommend any changes for improved efficiencies.
• Continually monitor all processes related to injection molding.
• Ensure all process parameters are met to manufacture parts to the quality standards, including first piece approvals and last shots.
• Schedule and direct hourly team members to production presses in a manner that ensures continuous support & flow in the molding bay for all production activity.
• Schedule setup for production jobs for the oncoming shift to ensure a smooth transfer of production activity between shifts.
• Ensure that all hourly team members receive adequate training required to perform their job responsibilities with supporting documentation.
• Ensure production requirements are fulfilled.

Education and Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma.
• Technical Certifications are preferred but not required.
• Safety Training.
• Provide technical and processing support for machines up to 3300 tons.
• Minimum 3-5 years - Operation of injection molding machinery.
• Minimum 3-5years Injection Molding Environment.
• Previous experience preferred, leading in an injection molding environment.

Knowledge

The Injection Molding Process Technician Supervisor shall have direct working knowledge of the following:

• Responsible for the setup and processing adjustments of machines.
• Familiar with IATF 16949 requirements, procedures, and work instructions.
• Assertive, proactive, confident leadership.
• People-oriented (good interpersonal, writing, and communication skills).
• Computer Skill