Mold Setup technician

Job Summary:

• Ensure injection molding machines are properly set-up and run to customer quality standards and meet all production goals.
• Make necessary connections of the electrical, hydraulic and cooling systems to the mold; insure that the correct plastic material, plastic melt temperatures, shot size, injection speed and pressures are set; and cycle the machine and adjust the molding parameters until acceptable parts are produced.

Responsibilities:

• Change molds in an effective, safe manner.
• Assure that all safety and housekeeping procedures are followed.
• Report all quality and scrap issues to the Production Supervisor/Lead Process Engineer as soon as possible.
• Remove mold and ensure both sides are cleaned.
• Clean MAG plate on both sides.
• Assist in the development and execution of the plan for the Mold and Color Changes working with the team leaders and assigned leaders for the area.
• Sets up machines (assembly equipment) associated with mold including changing the RJG to new mold that has been set.
• Maintains a clean and safe mold storage area.
• Maintains all mold change equipment.
• Reports damaged equipment to the Production Supervisor/Technical Manager.
• Uses a crane in a safe manner to change molds.
• Wears proper protective equipment as required.
• Complete Mold Change Checklist.
• Ensure the pit is cleaned out and all previous parts are tagged and removed.
• Maintains Gaylord and hopper levels.
• Ensures that all material gaylords are covered.
• Ensures all material is properly labeled.
• Ensures that material is stored in the correct area.
• Empties and cleans grinders/blenders.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in injection molding.
• Must pass a general mechanical aptitude test
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs
• Willingness to work required hours overtime, weekend work and early morning startups is likely

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent