Process Technician - 2nd/3rd Shift

Responsibilities

• Start-up and processing of molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment.
• Participation in sampling of new equipment.
• Tracing processes to maintain function and quality.
• Performing mold setter and machine operator duties as needed.
• Installing molding equipment following supervisor/management directions.
• Aiding in samplings, continuous improvement, and engineering projects.
• Using hand and power tools for job functions.
• Operating injection molding machine controls.
• Preparing machines for production.
• Scheduling and setting up robot positions.
• Advanced setup of hot stamp machines, label applicators, IML equipment, robot tooling, material dryers, blenders, color carts, vibratory welders, and cooling fixtures.
• Carrying out quality checks.
• Troubleshooting robot/machine sequence program issues.
• Addressing various process-related issues such as flash, burns, voids, and warping.
• Diagnosing and resolving problems with auxiliary equipment, robot tooling, and molding components.
• Utilizing a multimeter to troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Performing minor repairs on mold tooling and machine/auxiliary equipment.
• Executing a line clearance.
• Using purging compounds to clean the machine barrel and mold.
• Starting up and shutting down presses, water cooling, and air supply systems.
• Operating a forklift.
• Standing or working at heights more than 2 feet off the ground.

Requirements

• Knowledge of equipment safety, including crane movements, machine safety, electricity, etc.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team on projects.
• Fundamental understanding of injection molding processes from raw materials to finished parts.
• Basic knowledge of machine/robot sequence programming.
• Understanding of mold tooling fundamentals.