Support processes and other activities consistent with departmental expectations and goals. Initiate machine processes, adjust within process tolerances and recommend any changes for improved efficiencies. Responsible to participate in all tool changes and setup of auxiliary equipment. Responsible for making the proper connections to the tools (water, hydraulic, vacuum, pneumatic, and electrical). Assist with setting up and loading material into the material delivery system as needed. Must be able to troubleshoot the injection presses, EOA's, ATIs, and robots. Continually monitor all processes related to injection molding. Analyze and resolve any process problems, resolve any product non-conformity issues that may arise, and record any changes or findings correctly into monitoring log. Conform to the implementation of continuous process improvement in the molding department. Must be able to maintain and terminate flow of material to the injection presses and blenders using the automated material delivery system, or the process of manually loading. Responsible for correct resin / colorant conveyance to all molding presses, while maintaining the calibration, program setting, and upkeep of material hoppers and weight bins. Transport bins of scrap, partial resin gaylords, spent purges along with other related items or material. Monitor, record, track, and report silo fills, gaylord deliveries and any other related paperwork. Must be able to understand the mold schedule and electronic mold changeover board. Must be able to conduct and complete resin inventory as needed. Must be able to achieve and maintain crane safety certification. Must be able to clean material system filters, hoppers, blenders, and piping as needed. Must be able to maintain scrap resin granulation, weight tracking, and regrind usage. Maintain cleanliness of machinery and work area. Knowledge and use of
QMS IATF16949
documents. Provide feedback to improve current processes to reduce non-conformances. Participate in QRPS's or other problem-solving events. Address and / or report all hazards, defective equipment, and unsafe work conditions. Follow documented escalation processes for scrap, downtime, and emergencies.
Related Work Experience:
Three years minimum molding experience required. Must have experience processing plastics and setting tools. Knowledge of robot programming and troubleshooting a must.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$36.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Experience:
Plastic injection molding: 4 years (Required) Robot programming: 4 years (Required)
