Molding - Machine Operator (A Shift)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor and Process Technician, the Machine Operator is responsible for safety, quality and attainment of production for his assigned group of machines during the shift.

In order to achieve the above, it is the responsibility of the Machine Operator to ask for necessary support and help on a timely basis from the Process Technician or the Shift Supervisor so that he or she will have a successful shift.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

Injection Molding Machine, Molds and Stacking Equipment

Re-Start machine with machine parameters already set

Shut-down machine for schedule down

Operator to machine Ratio assigned by Supervisor

Respond to Machine Alarms. Escalate to Process Technician within 15 minutes if troubleshooting is not successful

Basic troubleshooting of defective parts and adjusting process accordingly

Follow lockout / tag out procedure anytime maintenance work needs to be performed on the machine

Always ensure the machine is running to the master set-up sheet

Perform basic swing chute operation

Report any cycle deviations to the supervisor/process tech

Cleaning and Basic Maintenance

During the shift, production molds are cleaned following the cleaning schedule

The stacking equipment is cleaned as per the checklist

Clean the machine, platforms and surrounding areas clean of oil, parts and dirt

Perform basic stacker maintenance and help troubleshoot for maintenance

Clean swing chute and companion chute and perform basic troubleshooting of swing chute

Clean drool every 3 hours from machine or as needed

Documentation

Record running and deviations of machine process parameters in set-up sheet

Complete the mold run data sheet

Complete the stacker / mold checklist upon completion of cleaning and inspection

Perform data entry operation in Mattec unit

Complete metal contamination /PPMS /Mold cleaning sheets

Complete outstanding ensur training documents

Record any machine downtown on line inspection forms.

Processes and Policies

Perform color change that would be no longer than 15-20 minutes

Able to perform color change using liquid color unit

Able to perform resin/material change. In the case of blended resin, perform mixing to get the resin blend

Perform Line Clearance when there is a product change

Perform front line quality by looking at parts as soon as they come off the machine

Achieve shift attainment and escalate issues that impede attainment on a timely basis

Communicate quality issues and necessary information that would provide the next machine operator with success to achieve shift attainment

Always comply with plant safety and SQF, use appropriate PPE while performing various duties

Identify product at risk and escalate to Shift Supervisor

Participate in continuous improvement projects

Identify and involve in drool/purge reduction initiative

Escalate process change to Process Technician

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Minimum Experience/Field: At least six months experience in an injection molding environment

Courses Required: Certificate from plastics training facilities preferred

Computer Skills: N/A

Additional Certificates/Diplomas: N/A

Licenses/Permits Required: N/A

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to reach above shoulder height and below waistline.

Communication Skills: Fluent in English with good verbal and written communication skills

Additional Education/Experience/Skills: Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of hydraulics preferred. Injection molding machine operator experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THIS POSITION:

Ability to anticipate and handle challenging situations effectively, seeking input and involving others when possible

Ability to effectively troubleshoot and fix basic injection molding machine issues that result in quality or safety issues.

Consistently uses good judgement while decision making, analyses problems from different angles to seek alternatives before determining best solutions

Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results.

Appropriately follow all lockout tagout and safety procedures.

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