Process Technician The Process Technician maintains and repairs the blow mold and/or injection mold machines during production. The Process Technician troubleshoots machinery, hot stamp machines and repairs/replaces mold parts during production. The Process Technician also assists the Supervisor in achieving production, quality, housekeeping, and safety goals.2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Pay: $25hr + $1 shift differential
Responsibilities:- Produce quality plastic wheels, lids, and small components for trash cans
- Make necessary adjustments to injection molding equipment to keep it within allowable specification
- Set up injection/blow molding tool and molds, sample/production molds, set-up machine operating parameters to process parts to specifications and connect all water as needed (chilled and tower water)
Start-up and troubleshoot problems at the press, inspect sample parts for accuracy, remove molds from the press, stage for disassembly, work with production teams to meet demand and continuous process improvement.
Connect hydraulics for mold knock out pins, (repair/replace) as necessaryConnect pneumatic lines to molds (repair/replace) as necessaryConnect mold heaters and mold thermocouple cables
Make resin color changes on machines as necessary
Assist the Shift Supervisor in training and directing of Packer/Inspectors to achieve quality production.
Enter end of shift production/downtime and quality information as required
Monitor IQMS system
Report any unsafe or out of specification equipment in a timely manner
In conjunction with Maintenance, diagnose, inspect, troubleshoot and investigate any issues with machinery during production. (i.e., production of out of specification parts)
Responsible for the reduction of waste/scrap rates in mold change process
Notify appropriate associates of scrap issues in a timely manner
Evaluate mold change schedule to meet production requirements, and communicate/coordinate plant resources involved in job change and scheduling processes
Conduct preventative maintenance while tools are in machines
Adjust machine parameters as needed for order specifications with minimal flash while ensuring safety rules are followed.
When not actually working with machinery the Process Technician has the same responsibilities as Material Handlers (see Material Handler job description)
Relieve Material Handlers during breaks.
Qualifications:- The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
- Forklift certification is required and can be obtained on-site.3-5 years Injection and/or blow molding experience 1-3 years robotics experience
- Experience in working with robotics, conveyors, sprue pickers
- Experience with {McGuire} blenders
- Experience in processing of HDPEOther Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of blow molding and/or injection molding.
- Knowledge of mold change set-upAbility to perform duties independently with little supervision.
- Knowledge of valve gate Injection molding
- Knowledge of hot stamping set-upKnowledge of mold labeling.
- Knowledge of robotics
- Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, basic electrical concepts
- Must be able to work with basic hand tools and able to use a multi-meter to check fuse
- Able to process optimal conditions to achieve optimum cycles
- Operate forklift to move and store molds and other equipment
Company Benefits:- 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-UpMedical Plans
- Prescription (Rx) Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental PlansVision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's)
- Health Care FSADependent Care FSACompany Paid Base Life InsuranceCompany Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment InsuranceCompany Paid Business Travel Accident InsuranceCompany Paid Disability Insurance
- Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Vacation and Personal/Sick TimePaid Grandparent LeavePaid Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
About Wastequip
Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry's only All-in-One solutions provider from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.
While we're proud to be North America's leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing building a brighter future for all.
