Set-Up Technician I

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gain knowledge around injection molding machines and best practices for mold and equipment set-up.
• Safely remove and install all injection molds from machines, regardless of complexity, unless otherwise instructed.
• Install and test all systems appropriately during set-up. Identify and repair any deficiencies.
• Follow the guidance of production documentation, including all special requirements.
• Aid in populating and organizing work cells for operators with equipment and supplies.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Maintain cleanliness of all machinery and support equipment.
• Be involved in making process changes to running machines to correct out of tolerance process limits or correct part quality problems, documenting required changes in the process change log.
• Learn functional skills on automated equipment and systems.
• Provide training to Material Handlers on job specific requirements.
• Act as a back up to Material Handlers to supply raw materials and remove scrap products as required.
• Act as a Machine Operator when needed.
• Communicate with staff on the preceding and succeeding shifts to ensure an effective transfer of knowledge regarding ongoing and upcoming activities.
• Support and adhere to corporate mission, values, and policies
• Performance is reviewed both yearly and on a rolling basis by your ability to:
• Maintain harmonious relationships with other employees and departments
• Provide training and support, where applicable, to shift leaders and technicians
• Identify and follow through on opportunities for improvement in all production related processes
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Organizational Relationships: The Mold Set-Up Technician I reports directly to the Shift Supervisor. The Mold Set-Up Technician I will seek guidance from Molding Set-Up Technicians II and III, Process Technicians and Process Engineers on becoming fluent in machine controls and proper execution of mold set-up.

Experience and/or Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required. Degree or trade school certification preferred.
• 0-2 years experience in injection mold and machine set-up required.
• Mechanical aptitude, including use of hand tools
• Experience in injection molding processing preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work a standard 40 hour work week with occasional overtime including weekends as a possibility.
• Sitting and/or standing for an extended period of time as well as some walking within the facility.
• Must be able to see with or without corrective lenses and distinguish color differences and depth perception for product and safety issues.
• Hearing ability should be sufficient to hear and react to audible alarms from distances up to 100 feet.
• The ability to lift and carry various items up to 60 pounds.
• Pass auditory screening.

Salary range 1st shift $18.00/hr; 2nd shift $18.00/hr + $1.50 shift premium