Process Technician I

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, this individual will perform a broad range of tasks involving molding production support. This includes equipment and process set-up, troubleshooting production problems, continuous improvement initiatives. Additional responsibilities include the performance of simple maintenance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a controlled injection molding process by using a scientific and systematic approach
• Daily Mold cleanings, mold setup and mold pull activities.
• Receives work order and verifies that the components are correct.
• Verifies work before proceeding with operations.
• Completes all documentation correctly and consistently, maintaining minimal errors in production paperwork.
• Follow all safety guidelines of the molding area including utilization of PPE.
• Monitor production for accuracy and efficiency and work with quality inspectors to ensure part quality/performance
• Make minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines/tools
• Identify and lead lean initiatives using ICU continuous improvement system.
• Mentor Setup and Process Technicians
• Perform Line Clearance and document process parameters
• Perform material handling duties and activities as required
• Perform all process tech I duties and activities as required
• Must perform tasks directed by manager

Knowledge & Skills

• Must have strong knowledge of Plastic Processing
• Demonstrate ability to set/start/and complete first article inspections. Capturing plastic conditions, mold cavity balance and complete paperwork
• Ability to identify different molding defects
• Ability to consistently meet set standards for cycle times on molding machines
• 1 year knowledge of take-out robots and EOAT
• Ability to set up hot runner controls
• General hydraulic and pneumatic experience
• Ability to graph data that can be used for a path to problem solving
• Experience with robotics and automated delivery systems preferred
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/mold drawings
• Ability to train/transfer knowledge to others
• Capable of advanced trouble shooting skills
• Must be a creative problem solver with the ability to troubleshoot a variety of processing issues.
• Safety driven
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Good written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done

Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma required
• 1 year of Injection Molding Setup or Manufacturing experience preferred

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a clean room environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time; depending on the machine they are operating
• Operator is required to use computer or touch screen to enter work order data
• Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 50 pounds
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time