Senior IM Technician

About the Role

Provide operational, technical, and job setup tasks for an injection molding operation through both "hands-on" and "instructional" training from the Technical Trainer and Lead Technicians. Use training to complete job functions in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical (50%) – Perform the following in support of the molding process with no supervision:
  • Perform Dailies according to the Daily Checklists
  • Full product changeovers according to the changeover outline
  • Follow step-by-step instructions
  • Complete changeovers with minimal need to reassess
  • Basic understanding of mechanical troubleshooting
  • Able to identify components and their role during machine operation
  • Identify and correct root causes of issues to avoid changing the qualified process
  • Address issues with minimal need to reassess
  • Basic understanding of hydraulic/electrical controls and components
  • Understand and explain components associated with mold, carriage, and blow pin movement (I/O, valves, cylinders, P/E, etc.)
  • Setup and troubleshoot downstream equipment, including conveyors, grinders, leak checks, vision systems, orientation bowls, and material loading systems
  • Follow OSHA, ISO, and FDA requirements and standards
  • Maintain requirements during production and troubleshooting
  • Complete all necessary paperwork
• Process (30%) – Monitor overall process performance:
  • Understanding of basic molecular theory
  • Able to apply concepts to achieve a repeatable process
  • Use concepts to explain processing issues
  • Able to apply concepts to achieve minimal downtime
  • Basic understanding of quality requirements
  • Understand Currier Plastics goal of zero defects
  • Maintain up-and-running production processes
  • Complete thorough dailies
  • Maintain ISO forms as required (mold and process binders, master process sheets, changeover WIs, etc.)
• Other Responsibilities (20%) – Perform additional duties in support of overall operations:
  • Pursue full understanding and sign-offs on all topics within the Technician Trainee level 2 checklist form
  • Participate in LEAN manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives (6S, setup reduction, PM, Kanban, etc.)
  • Identify deficiencies and address accordingly
  • Ensure a safe work environment
  • Work safely to maintain a clean safety record
  • Provide a safe work environment for fellow employees
  • Use LOTO, safety blocks, and all other safety devices as required
  • Assist the maintenance team when requested
  • Help with rebuilds and PMs when requested
  • Provide tool room and quality department assistance when requested
  • Assist with head, screw, and mold cleaning and maintenance when needed
  • Support setup reduction by working with the C/O team and proactively performing external changeover responsibilities
  • Communicate with the quality department regarding previous, current, or possible issues

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required (equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered)
• Experience with hand tools required
• Previous injection molding experience required
• Contribute to the overall success of the company by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner
• Promote the Quality Improvement Process
• Promote LEAN Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Standard health, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous PTO
• 401K match