Setup Technician

Set-Up Technician

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

Responsibilities

• Set up and tear down injection molds in molding equipment
• Prepare auxiliary and second support equipment as required at the press
• Monitor presses and alarms and troubleshoot issues
• Follows proper setup checks and floor operation procedures
• Troubleshoot the manufacturing process to diagnose and resolve anticipated or actual manufacturing problems that may affect product quality
• Maintain part quality by completing audits and documenting defective parts
• Understand the operating characteristics and capabilities of all manufacturing machinery, equipment, and controls
• Create and document set-up sheets as required for new tooling, major tooling changes, process changes, and special tests
• Keep the Engineering Department and the Master Scheduler informed about the technical status of new jobs and projects
• Verify documents and logs are accurate and completed in a timely manner
• Reads and complies with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
• Enters production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Accurately records and reports hours worked
• Maintains an organized work area (5S) to include workstations, equipment, walkways, and locker rooms
• Participates in the Operational Excellence Program
• Understands and complies with the Cretex professional competencies, company policies, and employee manual
• Adheres to all safety policies; includes wearing personal protective equipment when required
• Supports and complies with the company's Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Completes all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to perform set-up for new molds and highly complex molds as directed
• Knowledge of plastic resins, mold setup, and functions of an injection molding press
• Ability to create and route reports and communications
• Ability to present information to individuals or small groups
• Knowledge of basic Math
• Ability to operate a forklift and overhead cranes
• Ability to promote and maintain a safe work environment

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of plastic resins, mold setup, and functions of an injection molding press
• Ability to create and route reports and communications
• Ability to present information to individuals or small groups
• Knowledge of basic Math
• Ability to operate a forklift and overhead cranes
• Ability to promote and maintain a safe work environment

Skills

• Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Benefits

• 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution
• Onsite health clinics
• Discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
• Cretex University
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
• Wellness program with incentives
• An employee death benefit
• Employee sick and safe leave
• Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
• Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider)
• Vision insurance
• A pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts
• Paid holidays, paid time off
• Discretionary profit sharing program

Pay

USD $21.20 - USD $30.72 /Hr.

Schedule

6th 600 am-600 pm Monday through Wednesday, every other Sunday

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
• Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider)
• Vision insurance
• A pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts
• Paid holidays, paid time off
• Discretionary profit sharing program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of plastic resins, mold setup, and functions of an injection molding press
• Ability to create and route reports and communications
• Ability to present information to individuals or small groups
• Knowledge of basic Math
• Ability to operate a forklift and overhead cranes
• Ability to promote and maintain a safe work environment

Skills

• Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Company Information

• Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees.