B Shift Mold Tech

About the Role

The Mold Tech will report to the Shift Supervisor to ensure production operates smoothly and quality standards are maintained. This position involves functional leadership responsibilities, including designating team members to proper locations to meet production schedules, troubleshooting equipment, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines for operation, change material and color to meet production schedules.
• Maintain a technical understanding of processes and raw materials used.
• Keep supervisor/management informed of all problems and machine malfunctions.
• Start up machines, monitor quality, and make adjustments to maintain efficient production levels.
• Respond to QA Techs by adjusting machines to maintain appropriate sizes and standards.
• Oversee proper packaging procedures and ensure machines meet customer demands.
• Respond to alarms or requests for assistance to correct machine malfunctions or team member issues.
• Use proper Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Departments regarding machine operations.
• Inspect scrap to prevent usable product from being discarded and record scrap numbers.
• Assist with packer/handler duties during relief breaks.
• Keep the floor stocked with materials required for production (fitments, handles, labels, tape, etc.).
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure quality and housekeeping standards are upheld.
• Cover for the supervisor in their absence, including training employees, planning, assigning work, and addressing complaints.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of injection molding machinery and processes, including mold set-ups, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ability to maintain efficient production levels in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify alpha/numeric product codes.
• Knowledge of mechanical inspection techniques and practices.

Preferred Skills

• Read and comprehend complex, detailed instructions and correspondence.
• Write simple correspondence.
• Apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations.
• Perform basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) in all units of measure.

Key Behavioral Traits

• Commitment to Task: Take responsibility for actions and outcomes, persist despite obstacles, and demonstrate dependability.
• Communication: Clearly present information through spoken or written word, interpret complex information, and listen well.
• Customer Focus: Demonstrate a high level of service delivery.
• Ethics/Social Behavior: Integrate legal, ethical, and social considerations into decisions and behaviors.
• Flexibility/Adaptability: Remain open-minded and change opinions based on new information.
• Organization/Attention to Detail: Prioritize activities, manage time, and set realistic goals.
• Decision Making & Problem Solving: Solve problems with sound judgment and a realistic understanding of issues.
• Professional/Job Knowledge: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the role.
• Quality/CIP: Maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines.
• Teamwork/Networking: Effectively collaborate with others within and outside the department.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees (varies by location).
• Company-paid holidays, starting at 8 days per year (varies by location).
• Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval).
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).