Senior Plastic Injection Molding Technologist

About the role

Serioplast, a Global Leader in Rigid Plastic Packaging, is seeking a Senior Plastic Injection Molding Technologist for its plant in St. Louis, Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key point of reference for Technologists and support the Technical Manager in setting priorities, removing bottlenecks, and addressing critical issues.
• Set up product recipes, ensuring all required regulations and PLC parameters are correctly applied.
• Perform necessary mechanical and electronic adjustments and monitor production variables to ensure product specifications are met.
• Conduct investigations and troubleshooting to resolve quality issues.
• Train and support production staff in resolving minor technical problems affecting product quality.
• Carry out electromechanical installation and setup of machines and equipment (compressors, air conditioning systems, dryers, leak testers, cameras, palletizers, etc.).
• Develop solutions by fabricating mechanical or other components to address production or technical issues and improve machine performance.
• Support the Technical Manager in continuous improvement projects and in decisions regarding machines, equipment, molds, and processes.

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of plastic molding technologies (EBM and/or SBM and/or IM), with specific experience in Husky injection molding of PET preforms on high-cavitation molds.
• Excellent applied knowledge of mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical and/or electronic systems.
• Good applied knowledge of measuring instruments and techniques.
• Good applied knowledge of WCM standards.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working with industry specific technologies and productive processes.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful project management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in plastic injection molding processes.
• Experience with Husky injection molding machines.
• Knowledge of WCM standards and best practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position offers a full-time schedule.

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