Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech

Thomasville, GA

Full Time

Experienced

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Plastic Injection Molding Process Technician will set-up and cycle Plastic Injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and adjust process parameters while ensuring proper machine function and quality parts. Additionally, the PIM Process Technician conducts production start-ups, material handling, MRP system transactions, quality checks of own work, periodic tooling preventative maintenance, and supports machine preventive maintenance.

Essential Functions Includes but not limited to:

Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech sets and starts up, troubleshoots, and monitors injection molding machines and related equipment to ensure quality production.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech dimensionally and visually inspects on-going production for defects.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech adjusts machine parameters and cycle times for wide range of plastic materials to ensure proper quality and function of parts.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech ensures part/material containment measures are implemented.
Troubleshoots molding issues.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech conducts Root Cause Analysis of factors affecting overall product quality, as well as support QC as a process expert.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech notifies production supervisor and maintenance of any issues with equipment or molds.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech monitors machine operating software for stoppages, improper cycling, product color changes, and mold changes.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech enters all scrap into the production monitoring system; weigh and document all purging before disposing
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech documents and communicates any process adjustments required.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech communicates machine operating conditions, part or process issues, safety issues and resolutions to next shift.
Must be disciplined and be able to adhere to processes and procedures.
Must be able to operate a computer, calipers, understand basic gauges, and hand tools.
Working understanding of MRP systems and be able to review and communicate causes of downtime or scrap.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech performs mold and material changeovers per customer orders.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech performs periodic preventative maintenance on injection molds.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech programs robot for part extraction and automated packaging.
Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech collaborates with Engineering teams to:

Implements training programs for new and existing molds and injection molding equipment.
Develops experiments to optimize equipment throughput and yield.
Determines production needs related to process and other technical issues.

Plastic Injection Molding Process Tech collaborates with the mold design team and external suppliers on mold improvements.
Strong mechanical aptitude including comfort with using basic hand tools. Ability to perform minor machining work (manual mill/lathe, tap and die, etc.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent education or trade school diploma program
1-3 years of experience in manufacturing and/or machine operation experience
3-5 years of plastic injection molding experience as material handler and process technician.
Understands and can interpret part and tooling prints and diagrams
Working knowledge of calipers, micrometers and other measuring equipment

An ability to communicate effectively in English both in writing and verbally
Knowledge of robots (preferred but not required)
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively
Detail-oriented
Actively participate in continuous improvement activities, Lean, 5S and Kaizen events.
Maintain a safe and clean work area.
Must have excellent communication skills.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push equipment or mold carts with casters
Frequent standing for extended periods, walking from one job to another, occasional climbing of ladders or rolling stairs may be required

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