Process Technician - Intermediate - 2nd and 3rd Shifts:
A process technician is a multi-function role. Responsibilities include the start-up and processing of molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment, participation in sampling of new equipment, and troubleshooting processes as necessary to maintain function and quality. It is expected that a process technician be able to perform mold setter and machine operator duties as staffing and production demand change.
The main requirements are listed below and subject to change.
Physical Duties/Requirements:
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All necessary duties required to safely install molding equipment (see Mold Setter job description).
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Following directions passed down from supervisor/management.
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Assist in samplings, continuous improvement, and other engineering projects.
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Use of hand tools and power tools to perform job function.
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Operating the injection molding machine controls.
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Prepare machine for production.
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Setting up robot positions.
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Advanced setup of hot stamp machines, label applicators, in-mold labeling (IML) equipment, robot tooling, material dryers, blenders, color carts, vibratory welders, and cooling fixtures.
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Perform quality checks.
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Debug robot/machine sequence program issues.
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Troubleshoot various process related issues with products (i.e., flash, burns, voids, warp).
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Troubleshoot various issues with auxiliary equipment, robot tooling, and molding components.
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Use of a multimeter to troubleshoot electrical issues.
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Minor repairs on mold tooling (i.e., clearing out flash, cleaning vents, replacing fittings, etc.).
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Minor repairs on the machine/auxiliary equipment (i.e., replace fuses, clean strainers, etc.).
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Performing a line clearance.
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Use of purging compounds to clean out the machine barrel and mold.
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Starting up and shutting down presses, water cooling, and air supply system.
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Operating a forklift.
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Standing / working at heights more than 2 feet off the ground.
Specific Knowledge Requirements:
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Work safe knowledge of the equipment (i.e., crane movements, machine safety, electricity, etc.).
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Ability to work as part of a team and/ or independently on a project without constant supervision.
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Understanding of fundamental injection molding processes going from pellet to part.
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Basic understanding of machine/robot sequence programming.
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Basic understanding of mold tooling.
