Injection Molding Process Technician - 1st Shift

A.L.P. is an international leader in designing, manufacturing, and distributing components for lighting and other technical industries. With world-class capabilities in plastics molding, metal fabrication, and other high-tech processes, A.L.P. offers challenging, rewarding job opportunities in a variety of career specialties. We are global in reach, with locations throughout North America and Europe. Compensation is competitive.

Our benefit package includes:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Employees enjoy a team atmosphere, advancement opportunities, and a learning culture that includes ongoing in-house training. Our employees are empowered to provide superior service and product performance to every customer. Our search begins for Injection Molding Process Technicians at our Charlevoix, MI facility. We have an opening on 1st shift (6:48am - 3:00pm).

Function of Injection Molding Process Technician:

Perform duties to assist supervisor to maintain the flow of work and to ensure product quality and quantity is achieved by performing setups and startups of production machines. Troubleshoot manufacturing processes and secondary production operations.

Responsibilities of Injection Molding Process Technician:

Accept responsibility for your Safety and the Safety of others by using Safety awareness to eliminate unsafe acts and correct unsafe conditions. Participate in Lean events and initiatives to support a culture of continuous improvement. Evaluate and monitor production lines and tooling modifications and repairs. Monitor production to ensure customer specifications and established quality standards are maintained. Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders. Monitor and confer with supervisor to update all processing parameters on Bill of Materials, cycle sheets, etc. Select and audit products during processing to ensure adherence to quality standards such as dimensions and performance. Supply approved first-piece-off parts to production supervisor or designee to ensure current quality standards are met. Perform moisture analysis of material as needed, taking into account shift usage and available dry resin. May supervise machine operators to ensure quality production of parts. Responsible to work to performance / output standards per work instructions to meet departmental expectations and customer demand. Responsible to maintain attendance and punctuality per company policies and procedures. Communicate and work with supervisor to determine production priorities based on daily shift activities. Maintain time and production records. Assist with setup of lines, machines, and equipment and with material and die/mold changes. Perform essential duties of machine operator. Responsible to work per schedule and have prior approvals before working any overtime. Recommend measures to improve production efficiencies, equipment optimization, scrap minimization, and quality improvements. Notify supervisor and/or maintenance department of unusual problems. Responsible for any other special projects as assigned.

Education/Experience Required of Injection Molding Process Technician:

At least 1 year of experience in similar environment Forklift experience Knowledge of variety of production equipment, power tools and hand tools Excellent written and verbal skills'

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

Manufacturing:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person