Injection Molding Process Tech

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can experience exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects.

About the Group

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate plastic injection molding machines to mold thermoplastic parts.
• Observe continuous operation of injection molding machines to ensure that parts meet specifications and to detect any machine malfunctions or product defects, making adjustments as necessary.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Complete first-off – last off documents.
• Perform mold installation and start-up, shut-down and removal.
• Ensure all auxiliary equipment is set to the correct settings per the baselines.
• Maintain best operating parameters (baselines) for tool and make any adjustments required to cycle the tool automatically. Follow proper deviation process if parameters adjusted outside tolerance.
• Troubleshoot and understand machine functions/setting issues.
• Monitor tool cleanliness and ensure tool cleaning is conducted as required.
• Ensure correct raw material is being supplied to the molding equipment, and proper material drying specifications are followed.
• Perform maintenance work such as cleaning and oiling machines.
• Observe machine parameters and gauges to verify consistency of temperatures, pressures, and press-cycle times.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Mentor and train entry level Process Techs.
• Operate hoists to position mold tools on storage racks, inside press or on floor.
• Preheat molding tools using specified equipment.
• Select and install end of arm tooling (EOAT) or other attachments for each operation.
• Issue work orders for molding equipment or tools as required.
• Optimize process to reduce scrap and improve throughput.
• Degate and pack parts as required.
• Communicate with Process Techs shift to shift to understand/pass-on the current status of the operation as well as any operational issues.
• Review and sign all communications at the beginning of the shift, i.e. Quality Alerts.
• Perform any other reasonable request by management.

Requirements

• Completion of High School diploma and 2 or 4 year Mechanical degree (Experience can be substituted for Education and Vice Versa).
• Ability to learn and comprehend basic tool construction.
• Self-motivated, ability to follow-up on task through to completion.
• Injection Mold Tool Setting Experience: 1 year minimum as a die setter.
• Knowledge of plastic materials and process parameters for injection molding.
• Certified Overhead Crane Operator.
• Experience with end of arm tooling (EOAT) set-up.
• Experience with hand tools and torque wrenches.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude (instrumentation, pneumatics, hydraulics).
• Strength and ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Ability to learn and comprehend Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills, including technically with various departments.
• Must be able to climb in and out of machines.
• Must be able to exert more than 50lbs. of force while arms are extended.