Process Tech Needed- Dallas, TX
What’s In it for You?
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Stable, growing organization with opportunity for future advancement of qualified candidates if successful
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Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
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Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits at modest employee contributions
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Discretionary Bonus
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401k participation with Company matching contributions upon completion of first 30 days of employment
Requirements/Qualifications:
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Set up and start up blow molding machines (extrusion blow molding or stretch blow molding depending on equipment)
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Perform mold and tooling changeovers on blow molding machines according to production schedules
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Monitor machine performance, make process adjustments, and perform routine maintenance
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Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, process, and electrical issues on blow molding machines, conveyors, and related auxiliary equipment.
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Adjust PLC/HMI parameters and identify basic faults in control systems (with assistance from maintenance when needed).
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Perform routine and preventive maintenance on electrical components (sensors, heaters, switches, basic wiring).
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Operate machines and production equipment safely and in accordance with instructions.
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Troubleshoot machine, mold, and process-related issues to minimize downtime and scrap.
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Adjust and fine-tune process parameters including preform heating, blowing pressure, and mold cooling for optimal performance
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Assist with material management including the processing of scrap and regrind produced
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Perform mold changes and assist with tooling installations and adjustments for new product runs.
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Perform minor maintenance functions as needed on machines and auxiliary equipment
Knowledge & Skills Requirements:
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Electrical systems knowledge/experience required.
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Strong understanding of PET processing characteristics (e.g., IV degradation, preform handling, oven temperature zones).
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Knowledge of extrusion blow molding, stretch blow molding, and one-step molding processes and equipment
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Knowledge of Sidel, 1blow, Aoki, or similar machinery and PET resin is preferred.
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Experience making adjustments to production equipment processes to change material distribution, weights, heights, and other physical properties/dimensions, parison, etc.
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Knowledge of mold change procedures (changeover team, setup tech, process tech, super tech) and steps/methods for line changes
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Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs
