Set Up Technician - 3rd Shift

About the role

Velosity Forest Lake is searching for a Set Up Technician to support our manufacturing facility in Forest Lake, MN on our 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Setup injection molding machines per documented instructions.
• Properly startup work centers to run within validated processes to produce product correctly the first time, on time.
• Operate tooling, presses and auxiliary equipment properly to prevent damage and/or material contamination including hot runner systems, valve gates, servo drivers, pickouts, tooling protection sensors etc.
• Conduct effective operator training for press and mold functions.
• Perform daily Docs and PM’s to ensure effective production runs over time and to confirm each press is running within process limits and document process settings as such.
• Document required information using good documentation practices on all company records.
• Properly shut down work centers including proper purging of the molding systems to prevent damage or contamination.
• Provided timely responses to press alarms or production issues for running products.
• Work with cross functional employees to address production concerns for technical or product quality concerns/issues.
• Conduct accurate press to press process conversions to scientifically transfer processes as required.
• Generate accurate and complete ECO requests as required.
• Provide accurate and complete handoffs to incoming technicians to help launch the incoming shift successfully.
• Complete full shut down and line clearance activities to stage work centers for next setups.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED-General Studies.
• Valid identification and the ability to work legally in the United States; Valid driver’s license required.
• Minimum 2 experience in plastic injection molding industry as a setup technician.
• The ability to multitask, run several projects at the same time without losing the ability to complete them on time;
• Communicate with other departments in a professional and respectful manner;
• Basic computer skills;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Processing, controller, and material knowledge of injection molding equipment, tooling, and decoupled molding techniques (Scientific Molding).
• Basic understanding of scales and other required measuring equipment;
• Knowledge of a variety of injection molding presses;
• Understanding of blueprint reading;
• Knowledge of set up processes;
• To be able to perform daily tasks safely;
• To work independently with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• The ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete them within a timely manner (results oriented);
• Ability to make decisions with limited information.

Skills

• Physical & Mental Demands:
• Walking is required within the office/shop areas.
• Sitting, standing, turning the head and torso, reaching, grasping, bending and flexing the arms, legs, wrists, and fingers are physical requirements.
• Must have correctable eyesight and good depth perception.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to walk, sit and occasionally climb and balance.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and move objects in a safe manner using proper equipment.
• Must have dexterity with hands.

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package with generous benefits covering health care, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and more.
• Generous PTO offerings & 9 paid holidays annually.
• Continued Education opportunities through our tuition reimbursement program.
• Great opportunities for growth & advancement.
• An Employee focused environment that hires and develops talent based on our values.