PROCESS TECHNICIAN

Maintain and create standard injection molding processes. Perform the daily cleaning, lubricating,
and inspection of injection molding tooling while in the press. Perform mold set ups. Consults
management regarding issues encountered. Understands and performs daily job duties in a
manner which supports the Company / Department SAFETY – QUALITY – PRODUCTION goals and
objectives.
• Establish and monitor parameters for all injection molding machines and processes.
o Including Robots
o Including all auxiliary equipment necessary
• Perform sampling of all new tools and resins
• Optimize molding processes and cycles to achieve or exceed standard cycle times and part
quality
• Troubleshoot process challenges, product defects, both visual and dimensional
• Perform mold installations and removals as needed
• Starting and stopping of machines as directed / needed
• Work with Tool and Die department to maintain defect free products
• Work with the Maintenance department on all machine / mold / equipment issues
• Support the department 5S and housekeeping standards and implementation
• Perform preventive maintenance of all tools that are in the molding machines.
• Establish and maintain documentation relevant to molding set up and processes
• Any assignment as directed per management within the scope of personal capabilities

Perform housekeeping
• Color, additive, and resin changes
• Teach, instruct, and otherwise educate set up technician(s)
• Support new product / project planning and implementation within the department /
facility
• Assist others in the cleaning / repairing of molds out of the press

Qualifications

Familiarity with various resins. Primarily: Polypropylene, High Impact Polystyrene, High
Density Polyethylene
• Familiarity with various molding machines. Primarily Toshiba, Husky, and Engel
• Demonstrated ability to write legibly, to maintain records, and follow oral and written
instructions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Available to work overtime, including weekends and vacation coverages.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
• Understanding of basic computer programs.
• Comfortable in the use of walkies and sit-down forklift. Training to be provided if necessary.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.

Physically capable to assist with the moving and handling of tooling components.