Injection Molding Technician

Shift:

Day or Night Shift (12-hour shifts) This position is a technical role which will assist in the establishment of best practices, and ensure company Quality, Output and Hygiene standards are maintained within the IML Department. This is a hands on role with a high degree of machine operation, including technical duties Main Responsibilities Effective machine operation and packing of product Ensure machine efficiency levels are met and maintained Ensure quality conformance for all machines Drive and Implement Continuous Improvement Program Use Technical knowledge for trouble shooting/faultfinding on shift Conduct training for packers in accordance with the departmental training plan Support all machine downtime activities on shift Covers partners as needed for breaks etc. Provide assistance and technical support to maintenance dept. Communication of department related issues - eg with mgr; other technicians, maintenance department, via log book, production records, whiteboards, meetings Changeover / machine performance & optimization activities, if required for future products/customers Perform other duties assigned Housekeeping, Hygiene & Safety Housekeeping of work areas / 5s Clean specific machine components as required during changeover/Cleaning and inspecting carton packer if applicable Ensure all Food Safety / Hygiene / GMP requirements are adhered to at all time to ensure high levels of product safety and quality. Requires hand washing multiple times throughout a shift, including exposure to cleaning agents that may be harsh to the skin. (PPE Provided) Teamwork, Involvement & Continuous Improvement Organize cell/day to day decision making and support team members Participation in team discussions and meetings, particularly at shift handover Provide Mentoring to departments requirements Carry out print and product changeovers on printing and decorating machines applying Synergy when able to Overlap at shift change Participations in projects or continuous improvement initiatives Training of other operators as required Fulfill all duties as outlined in department specific work instructions/procedures or the training matrix and other duties as required Required Skills 2+ yrs in a technical role in a relevant manufacturing environment, including technical duties Experience in a high speed manufacturing environment; Injection Molding Experience Technical capability & leadership capability Requires hand washing multiple times throughout a shift, including exposure to cleaning agents that may be harsh to the skin. (PPE Provided)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 5% Match Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Experience:

plastics: 1 year (Required) Plastics injection molding: 1 year (Required) troubleshooting: 1 year (Required) start up and shut down : 1 year (Required) manufacturing and technical: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person