Mold Set/Process Technician- 2nd Shift (Manufacturing)

Material Handling:
Places raw material into hoppers.Removes material from hoppers and repacks it into containers for next operation.Checks material mix sheet and/or the IQMS work order for blending and material quantity information.Verifies lot numbers and mix ratios for colorants, virgin and regrind materials.Understands how to and performs movement of material electronically with the Scan Gun and physically to and from the press in a timely fashion according to the set-up schedule and IQMS.Verifies all material tubs, bins, and dryers have proper paper work.Understands and uses IQMS (ERP system) to perform proper labeling, and movement of material.Follows filling schedule as required on material mix sheet.Records material information to control amount of regrind and virgin material.Cleans up spilled material around grinders, material bins, and dryers.Empties grinder bins.Responsible for cleaning of equipment and removal of garbage.
Mold Changeover:
Performs mold changeover including pulling, set-up, verification for plastic molding machines and auxiliary equipment (dryers, grinders, robots, conveyors, etc) to complete set-up of work cell.Cleans inside and around press to remove all evidence of previous job, as well as any equipment not needed for the job set to run next.Completes activities for correct start up and checks equipment parameters to ensure they have been properly set and verified.Configure equipment to contain parts as they exit the mold (e.g. screens, diverters, etc.).
Processing:
Performs minor maintenance on the molds on an as-needed basis.Maintains production records related to job responsibilities both in paper form and electronically.Adjusts parameters or production conditions to resolve quality issues or production issues as they arise.Responsible for start-up and production of injection molding process applications on a variety of OEM and tonnage presses, using 2 & 3 stage and decoupled processing, among other techniques.Ability to run vertical, horizontal, rotational and overlay molding machines and processes including processing multiple core-pull / multiple cavity tooling.Engages in processing that includes effective use of hot runner processing, valve gated tooling, etc.Partners with Quality and other departments to attain customer-specified requirements for end products.Responsible for ensuring molded components meet all product quality criteria including dimensional and attribute requirements.Responsible for set-up, programming, operating, and maintaining all Servo Robotics (3 axis) and end of arm tooling (EOAT). Partners with Automation and Engineering as needed.Responsible for monitoring and reducing process variation in partnership with execution departments.Responsible for hands-on troubleshooting and process improvement through scientific injection molding techniques and root-cause elimination in cooperation with partner departments.
Confers with the supervisors, partner departments to coordinate activities and execute scheduled priorities.Performs activities of other departments, as needed, including (but not limited to): Inspection Operator, Quality, Tooling as cross training permits and production necessitates for the good of the organization.Enters data such as downtime information into IQMS system and views schedule / work orders as needed.Assists co-workers in solving problems; supports troubleshooting efforts on an as-needed basis.Communicates issues in a timely manner through the appropriate channels; provides feedback to tooling, maintenance, and other technical departments to facilitate effective assessment and repair of tools / equipment.Maintains a clean work environment and work space through basic housekeeping duties (vacuuming, cleaning, organizing)Works with safety-conscious mindset; follows company safety policies and procedures.Perform job responsibilities according to the companys core values.Notifies Shift Supervisor of mold defects, machine issues, and safety concerns.Regular and punctual attendance.Perform other responsibilities as needed to support the success of the organization