Mold Set-up Technician I (1st Shift)

Viant Medical is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources.

COMPENSATION:

RATES STARTING AT $23.50-$25.50/hour (based on experience)

On Demand Pay: Access your pay as soon as you’ve earned it!

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm or 10:00pm - 6:30am (with occasional overtime)

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective on date of hire
• Generous paid time off benefits and 10 paid Holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401k plan with company match
  
  

WELL-BEING:

• Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits
• Up to $150-off your gym membership annually
• Discounted Pet Insurances for your furry friends
• Access to individualized financial planning meetings
• Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more
• Discounted family caregiving support
  
  

CAREER GROWTH:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site Training Programs
• Defined Career Path for advancement in role and compensation
• New Hire On-boarding Training Plans
  
  

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Mold Set-Up Technician I is a mid-level position responsible for the proper setup, handling, and removal of production jobs including molds and auxiliary equipment.

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and uphold the Viant Values: Customer Oriented, Integrity, Servant Leadership, Own It, Teamwork, and Be Agile.
• Treat employees with dignity and respect.
• ATTENDANCE IS PARAMOUNT. All associates are required to report to their scheduled shift on time and work their entire shift.
• Maintain a professional attitude towards coworkers and company.
• Clean assigned workstations.
• Meets regularly with the Supervisor Operations to obtain direction and priority for the shift.
• Communicates with the Machine Operator 3 and 4 from other shifts to ensure a smooth transition at shift changeover.
• Performs mold setups requiring hydraulic and electrical connections while conforming to company procedures.
• Installs auxiliary equipment (robotics, conveyors, part chutes, thermolators, etc.) as needed to complete proper setup.
• Notifies Supervisor Operations 1 of mold or equipment repair needed to complete setup.
• Maintains hand tool and setup supplies in good condition.
• Complies with all company safety and housekeeping policies, rules and regulations.
• Makes and documents machine adjustments as specifically instructed by the Supervisor Operations.
• Monitors molding machine processes to ensure ATM production and quality standards are met.
• Performs molding machine startups if machine molding process has already been set. Startup per company procedures
• Maintains manufacturing records as required by procedures as Event Logs and Process
• Complies with all departmental policies, procedures and work instructions relevant to the Manufacturing Department.
• Makes recommendations regarding opportunities to improve methods, processes, and procedures which could benefit the company.
• May be requested to direct shift manufacturing personnel in the absence of the Supervisor Operations.
• Performs as a Material Handler when required.
• Relieves Machine Operators for breaks and lunch when required.
  
  

EXPECTATION:

• Develop skills to perform basic, repetitive and manual activities in the job.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems.
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent)
  
  

EXPERIENCE:

• Must be 18 years of age
• No experience necessary
• One year of experience as a set-up technician required or the successful completion of an apprenticeship or technical injection molding certificate program.
  
  

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work as a team
• Ability to do repetitive work
• Ability to read, understand and follow specification sheets
• Basic mathematical skills to understand variation
• Ability to use measuring devices and hand tools
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Excellent vision & hand-eye coordination
• Extended periods of bending, lifting, standing, and sitting
• Significant use of hands
• Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment as required including:
• Protective eyewear
• Hair net
• Protective gowning (lab coat, hood)
  

WORK CONDITIONS:

Our top-notch work environment includes:

• Climate Controlled in the summer months
• Clean Room Environment (hospital grade cleanliness)
• Clean, Comfortable Setting
  
  

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.