Process Technician 3rd Shift

Wright Plastic Products currently has an opening for a 3rd shift Process Technician at our Sheridan, MI location.

Summary of Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for complete set-up/start-up of all assigned jobs. Will be able to repeat process, troubleshoot, and document set-up. Provide training to new process technicians. Ability to perform routine maintenance to production molds as required. Responsible to complete material handling duties when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

Accurately perform process parameter checks and fill out the necessary documents for your assigned machines at start up.

Complete assigned mold changes in a timely and accurate fashion as posted on machine.

Perform start-ups in a timely and accurate fashion using proper procedures and paperwork.

• Achieve specified 90% shot weight.
• Correctly fill out Parameter Sheet.
• Correctly fill out Start-up Sheet
• Ensure the press is capable of running to the standard cycle time.
• Present first shot to the Q.A. for approval.
• Keep track of all start-up scrap.
• Practice proper housekeeping practices.
• Clean up purgings when they are made.
• Clean up any spilled material.
• Clean up parts that are left from previous run.
• Ensure that all parts are contained within the chutes and bins when the press is started.
• Remove all unnecessary waterlines from the machine and hang them up in designated areas.
• Wipe all grease prints off of the machines after the mold change is completed.
• Fill out mold repair sheets as required.
• Flash, sticking sprues, water leaks, etc.
• Ensure that all molds are clean and free of debris on the mating surfaces and all slides and leader pins are properly greased.
• Work overtime as required by your supervisor to complete necessary tasks unless otherwise released by supervisor.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers.
• Get line-up from previous shift and give line-up to oncoming shift. Communicate problems and activities to correct them.
• Complete all other tasks as assigned for safe and efficient operation of the plant.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Remove all unused and unnecessary equipment from work sites and place in designated area.
• Keep all spray cans in designated can holders. Loose spray cans must be kept in storage cabinets.
• Train new Process Technicians as required using current molding techniques.
• Develop and document processes as required.
• All jobs require a setup sheet for the machine they are running in.
• New setup sheets must be verified they meet set standards.
• Perform samples of new and revised tools as required.
• Complete and turn in appropriate documentation to personnel designated on sample request.
• Trouble shoot processes as necessary to ensure efficient job performance.
• Use 6 – step method to verify the process is running within set guidelines.
• Use methods that lead to permanent resolution.
• Include appropriate personnel as required to determine course of action to permanently resolve a problem.
• Participate in 8D solving as required.
• Assist in developing means of permanent resolution to customer complaints.
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement Program.
• Assist in developing and implementing suggested improvements.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Reading 7 – 9th grade and math 8th grade to be determined by testing
• Prior process/mold technician experience/cross training preferred
• Previous material handler experience
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to supply own tools and steel toed shoes
• Ability to obtain valid hi-lo license
• Good performance record
• Must be able to demonstrate competency through testing and job performance after training