Production Technician - Injection Molding (Day Shift) 1

Main Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Injection Molding/Automation equipment to achieve production goals.
• Set up, operate/process, maintain, monitor and control injection molding equipment including resin drying and conveying, injection molding machines, hot runners and molds, fluid temperature control systems and robot/automation
• Execution of production schedule to achieve production goals
• Maintain controlled areas and environmental monitoring in injection molding production
• Actively participate in production event response
• Review and author SOP’s and other documents, as required
• Absorb and assist during equipment maintenance, including mold & robot end of arm & IMM restoration, predictive and preventative maintenance
• Ensure all event response and production operations activities are correctly documented in SAP
• Actively participate in Systematic Problem-Solving tools to establish Root Cause Analysis & resolve equipment issues
• Record/review production data and activities per SHL work instructions
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Support and implement system/equipment reliability improvement projects
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required (AAS degree in related field preferred, or equivalent military training or industrial training or an equivalent combination of education experience)
• 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge/experience in the following areas: crane operation, compressed air/pneumatic actuators and systems, electro-mechanical controls, robotics, optical sensor systems, resin drying, molds, fluid thermal control systems, hot runners and injection molding machines
• 2+ years proven track record in injection molding
• Demonstrated ability to support & actively participate in event response activities in highly automated / 24/7 production settings
• Able to document problems & works to bring them rapidly to solution

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in an FDA regulated environment (medical, pharmaceutical, food) preferred
• Ability and experience with automated records systems such as SPC, MES, EWM, SAP
• Proficiency in reading schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents
• Experience in planning/organizing work, managing execution, checking results & revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan
• Computer literacy

Physical Demands

• Ability to move equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 50 pounds within the facility using various body positions
• Routinely operates and inspects manufacturing equipment using hands
• Ability to be on feet for up to a 12-hour shift
• Corrected vision to 20/30
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service equipment; ability to work atop elevated positions
• Occasionally works around odorous and/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves
• Occasionally positions self within confined spaces for inspection, repair and maintenance of equipment
• Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection
• (Ability to attain clean room gowning certification and work with hazardous materials, including sanitants)
• Frequent bending, stooping and prolonged working overhead
• Ability to work the hours necessary to support a 24/7 continuous manufacturing operation

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Variety of opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization

How we hire

• Once you’ve applied, it may take up to three weeks to review your application and get the first call with a recruiter.
• Our recruitment process is focused on allowing you to show your personality, experience and competencies while giving you a great sense of who we are.
• Grounded in belonging, we strive for excellence
• With almost 6,000 employees of 77+ different nationalities, we take pride in the inclusive and collaborative environment we have built - one where a true sense of belonging fosters meaningful exchange and shared growth. Together, we invest in our future to maintain our leadership position in drug delivery systems.