Mold Set-Up Technician

Description

Job Summary:

Ensure injection molding machines are properly set-up and run to customer quality standards and meet all production goals. Make necessary connections of the electrical, hydraulic and cooling systems to the mold ensure that the correct plastic material, plastic melt temperatures, shot size, injection speed and pressures are set; and cycle the machine and adjust the molding parameters until acceptable parts are produced.

$19.82 - $28.47,

Shift premium 2nd shift .50,

Shift premium 3rd shift $1.00

Essential functions of the job:

Create and maintain an environment for safe work environments by following HSE and 5S policies and procedures.

Change tools per schedule and/or leadership direction in a safe and efficient manner utilizing established crane and Lock-out Tag-out procedures.

Ensure established Mold Setting processes are followed. Sets up equipment based on mold requirements, materials, and tolerances.

Maintain all tool change equipment and tools in a safe and clean storage area.

Complete weekly preventive maintenance on machines and tools, apply force of 75lbs or greater for clamping tools in machines, and frequently lift weight over 40lbs.

Execute production runs; conducts quality control testing before mold enters production cycle.

Report all damaged tool change equipment to the Production Supervisor/Technical Manager.

Use various measuring and gauging tools to perform necessary inspections before, during, and after molding operations.

Attend training classes and scheduled meetings.

Required Education:

High School Graduate

*Equivalent work experience may also be considered for certain positions.

Required qualifications:

1 -3 Minimum Years of Experience with injection molding.

1-3 Minimum Years of Experience within the automotive industry.

Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.

Our Investment in You

Competitive Compensation Packages

11 Paid Holidays

PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401k Savings

Rewarding Healthy Behavior Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Supplemental Health Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Company Discount Program

$19.82 - $28.47,

Shift premium 2nd shift .50,

Shift premium 3rd shift $1.00