What are the responsibilities and job description for the Injection Molding Technician/Mold Changer position at Pioneer Plastics, Inc.?
Injection Molding Setup/Process Technician
Job Description:
- The Process Technician is required to set up Molds
- The Process Technician is required to maintain control of processes for injection molding. Verify correct set-up of molds, processes and auxiliary equipment before machine start up. Establish proper molding conditions. Perform process monitoring and troubleshooting part inspections and various other functions to insure part conformity and quality.
- Identifies and corrects problems: applies experience and knowledge in making adjustments; documents changes; addresses questionable parts; and monitors and focuses on scrap reduction.
- Ensures product is consistent with product quality and adherence to the Quality System. Verify paperwork for jobs is completed at startup and shut down of production jobs.
- Responsible for performing mold and/or material changes as dictated by the schedule and helping to teach and train material handlers on an ongoing basis.
- Review work orders to insure the correct issuing of raw materials, packaging, inserts,etc.The ability to setup, start, troubleshoot injection molds and the injection molding process.
- Basic understanding of hydraulics as they apply to the Injection molding machine.
- Basic understanding of electricity and electronics as they apply to the molding floor. The ability to check fuses, change out heater bands, check voltages, for example.
- Read and follow the daily production schedule and prioritize work for improved efficiency
- Maintain setup sheets and record changes and problems that are encountered.
- Perform tooling change overs and tool maintenance.
- Read and follow a control plan
Safety
- The team member must wear Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
- Must follow established Safety Procedures
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
Quality
- Understand and be able to perform in-process inspection
- Must be able to enter production data when needed
- Follow company policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Previous Experience with Injection Molding Processes Required
- Knowledge of automation and assembly a plus.
Education:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.; Technical Certification preferred
Experience:
- 3-5 years with processes preferred. Experience with quality systems preferred.
Please only send resumes if you have the necessary skills required. Compensation based on Experience.
Pioneer Plastics offers benefits including health insurance and a 401K.
Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
Typical end time:
- 12PM
Typical start time:
- 3PM
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Plastic Injection Molding: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18