Injection Molding Process Technician - 3rd Shift

About the job
Client is a plastic injection molding company family owned since 1966 located in Sturgis MI. Using the latest technologies in scientific molding coupled with our superior in-house tool design and engineering; we are able to provide innovative and cost effective plastic solutions for one-stop "Total Solutions Molding."

Purpose of Position / Core Responsibilities :

Performs normal plastic injection molding setup functions according to established procedures. Changes molds, downloads computer programs and optimizes machine performance. Has primary responsibility for the dimensional quality of parts produced. Responsible for starting new jobs, troubleshooting and resolving process problems and optimizing machine cycles.

Primary Duties :

• Recognizes the various types of cosmetic and dimensional defects and modifies the molding process within allowable limits to eliminate these defects
• Understands the customer’s cosmetic and dimensional requirements for the part being produced
• Measures parts for dimensional conformance using available metrology tools and instruments
• Stops the production process if the root cause of a defect cannot be eliminated. Reports the problem to the shift supervisor
• Performs the startup and processing of jobs
• Solves process, mold and material problems on the production floor. Assists in optimizing cycles to meet or exceed standard requirements
• Provides documentation on process parameters
• Set up functions for mold changes
• Assists with Insert changes as required
• Suggests ideas to provide methods of improvement in the company
• Maintains a clean and organized work area

Secondary Responsibilities :

• Act as the back-up to the Value Stream Leader (VSL) in the event of absences (scheduled or otherwise)
• Work with the VSL to understand shift labor management
• Train staff employees to perform process and material mixing functions

Relationships

• Reports directly to Value Stream Manager
• Direct Reports: None

Personal Trait Profile

• Ability to implement changes that supports the Business Vision
• High stress tolerance
• Open minded
• Trustworthy
• Must have a good working relationship with subordinates, peers and supervisors
• Ability to operate effectively to both proactive and reactive opportunities
• Resourceful
• Positive attitude
• Initiative
• Attention to detail
• Excellent attendance

Experience and Preferred Skills

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Plastics injection molding: 1 year (Required)
• Mold Setting & Processing: 2 years (Required)
• Solid verbal and written communication skills are a must

Physical Demands :

• Good hand/eye coordination
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Significant body flexing and twisting, bending
• Long periods of time standing
• Ability to use tools necessary in production set-up and maintenance

Measures of Performance :

• Daily Gemba Metrics (area specific metrics tbd)
• Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost as measured by ‘Best In Class’ & financial performance
• Implementation of lean conversions

Must successfully complete background check and drug screen prior to starting SMP is a drug free and marijuana free workplace. Can test positive for THC in pre-employment screening.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Experience:

• Plastics injection molding: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person