Molding Technician

***Position is for 1st Shift hours***

Job description:

Assists with the set up and operation of machinery and equipment for the purpose of molding finished goods for AIK customers. Sets molds and troubleshoots process issues. Looks for ways to improve quality and output.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Sets up of molds, molding equipment, and secondary equipment

Sets up process conditions from master sheet

Performs mold start ups

Checks press alarms and restarts, makes analysis of issues

Turns in first shots to quality for start up

6. Leads the evaluation and investigations of various types of issues which result from daily activity, such as quality issues, safety issues, etc.

7. Perform troubleshooting activities and developing countermeasures.

8. Provides leadership and guidance to maintain good 5S of the workplace and ensures appropriate safety conditions are maintained.

9. Trains other associates on necessary production skills.

10. Participates / Leads annual and on-going projects.

11. Conducts some machine maintenance and supports maintenance with their activities also

12. Handles robot adjustments for variation if needed

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Attends meetings and prepares reports as necessary and promotes improvement plans and ideas for improvement.

2. Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Skills, Abilities, Training/Education, and Experience)

Basic math skills

5+ years of injection mold processing

Experience operating cranes and setting molds

Has a strong mechanical aptitude

Has experience with Robotics and adjusting positions

Has understanding and experience with industrial electronics and controls

Basic understanding of automotive quality expectations and TS16949

Experience with hand tools (wrenches, ratchets, screwdrivers, drills, etc.)

High school diploma

Strong working knowledge of molds and their components

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

50% standing, 50% walking for 8 – 12 hours per day

lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., reaching, handling, and seeing

Ability to operate a crane to change molds

POSITION CONTACTS:

Internal contacts may include members of management and associates at all levels from various departments. External contacts may include contractors and KDJP associates.

SUPERVISORY Responsibilities:

Supervises operators in an assigned area on an assigned shift.

Pay: $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person