Blow Mold Technician

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ensures that the product meets quality specifications and is done in a safe and efficient manner. BM Technician is responsible for the set up of injection and blow molding molds, programming injection and blow molding machines. Ensures first article quality prior to releasing the machine to production and troubleshoots quality deviations on plastic parts produced (root cause analysis). Serve as a good role model to coworkers for safe working practices and behavior by keeping in mind your own safety and the safety of others.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

· Receives adjustment priorities from the Shift Supervisor.

· Responsible for meeting and maintaining quality standards set by Q.A. Dept.

· Sets up machines with standard cycle time for production.

· Responsible for required adjustments needed to fulfill the product specification requirements such as weight, color distribution, and cycle times.

· Setup molds as required by production schedule.

· Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions.

· Check and maintain quality of the product being produced by identifying acceptable and non-acceptable product.

· Work independently from verbal and/or written instructions from the Shift Supervisor.

· Answer machine alarms as they occur and address the root cause.

· Communicate with off-going/on-coming technicians.

· Documenting ending cycle process parameter and any tool issues as appropriate.

· The ability to monitor the process and show an awareness of issues and demonstrate corrective actions to address those issues.

REQUIREMENTS:
Education required:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

Must have at least 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position, including Injection Blow Molding or Extrusion Blow Molding.

Skills/Qualifications:

· Ability to speak, read, and write English.

· Knowledge of plastic processing and trouble shooting.

· Basic math skills.

· Basic computer skills.

· Must be mechanically inclined and have the ability to use basic hand tools.

· Possess good hand-eye coordination with manual dexterity.

· Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.

· Must possess own tools required on the technician tool list

· Teamwork-cooperative and respectful of all employees/department.

· Initiative – self motivated.

· Suggest ways to improve the efficiency and safety of our work and its environment.

· Good communication/teaching and interpersonal skills.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate based on experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Injection Blow Molding: 3 years (Preferred)
• Technical: 3 years (Preferred)
• hands-on position: 3 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Injection Blow Molding experience?
• Extrusion Blow Molding experience?

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30