SUMMARY
The Injection Mold Process Technician is responsible for the proper set-up of Injection Mold machines, troubleshoot machine problems, as well as perform maintenance on secondary equipment.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential requirements represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following:
- Set up, adjust, and operate injection mold machines to produce thermoplastic resin molded products and parts for the aerospace industry.
- Monitor and drive production, Work independently to perform machine changeovers, including successful start-up and shutdown.
- Adjust machine according to job specifications; Manufacturing Order (M.O.), temperature, pressure, and process time.
- Troubleshoots, determines root cause, and resolves machinery malfunctions such as; jams, build-up, etc..
- Work with the maintenance department to identify any problems with machines and/or equipment.
- Perform daily safety inspection checks to ensure safe operation of machinery.
- Perform daily mold maintenance including; cleaning of molds, greasing and other various maintenance tasks. Change inserts and cores as required.
- Perform daily and/or regular preventive maintenance on production equipment (injection molding machine, chiller, dryer, temperature control unit and material JIT system).
- Visually inspect and measure all parts using various measurement tools according to specifications and blueprints. Identifies defects and determines appropriate disposition.
- Able to recognize non-conformances based on Company specifications such as; dimensional, cosmetics, changes in production parts and initiate action to prevent non-conformance such as stopping the machine and notifying Supervisor.
- Operate grinding machine to grind runners, and document material information for lot traceability.
- Follow all 5S department procedures which include but are not limited to; keeping floors clean of oil and debris, returning tools to proper locations, organize part pans, and performs other housekeeping duties.
- Attends all required job related training (internal and external).
- Continually exemplifies and is an advocate of LISI Aerospace’s Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles as stated in LISI Aerospace’s Team Member Handbook.
- Champions and participates in the LEAP (LISI Excellence Achievement Program) in support of the Company’s commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of; HSE, Quality, and Production.
- Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
- Other duties may be assigned.
WAYS OF WORKING, EXPERIENCE, AND BEHAVIORS
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Analytical – Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; understands work flows and procedures.
- Technical Skills – Clearly understands the Injection molding process including; set-up, troubleshooting, procedures, and function; Able to clearly share expertise and transfer technical knowledge to others.
- Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Written Communication – Written documents need to be understood by all levels of the organization.
- Team Work – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.
- Business Acumen – Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
- Cost Consciousness – Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
- Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently;
- Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with 3 years or more of Injection Molding Set-up Operator, tooling process and procedures experience.
- Read and interpret blueprints and other job specifications.
- Ability to make all inspections on machined parts using precision measuring equipment.
- Toshiba Machine experience highly desired.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of; Database systems (M3); Internet, spreadsheet, and word processing software.
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Certificates, licenses, registrations
N/A
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing level within normal/average range.
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture, be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by :
- Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules)
- Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection
- Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks
- Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope
- Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work
- Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives
- To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact
Pay Range: $22-30/Hr.
