Process Technician

The Process Technician is responsible for the setup, adjustments and troubleshooting of injection molding machines as well as the preparation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of materials and related production needs in order to facilitate production deadlines while adhering to related ISO requirements (9001:2015 standard).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup, adjust, and troubleshooting operations of all injection molding machines and secondary equipment. Setups to include mechanical hookups as well as water, hydraulics, electric hookups and tooling.

• Deep understanding of each piece of equipment, and the corresponding effects of adjustments.

• Understanding how all steps of the process relate to each other "if this, than that".

• Changing and mixing materials and perform color changes

• Communicate status of the process to operators, QA, other Process Technicians, or Production Supervisor

• Assist Process Operators with equipment and material needs.

• Responsible for process documentation per ISO 9001 procedures.

• Be familiar with and operate secondary equipment, making routine repairs and maintenance as needed and directed by CTL or designee.

• Perform daily housekeeping to maintain consistently clean and safe working environment within production area.

• Ability to run a shift efficiently when alone.

• Other duties as assigned by Production Supervisor.

• Willingness and ability to learn new skills, development and training courses.

• Prompt and reliable Attendance.

Required Qualifications

• Education

• High School diploma or GED

• AIM (American Injection Molding Institute) training desirable

• Experience:

• Minimum 2 years molding experience and knowledge of plastic/silicone and related processes

• Knowledge of how an injection molding machine works

• Understand and have good knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronics.

• Preferred Experience

• Over 5 years of work experience and knowledge of plastic or silicone processing.

• Experience with basic machine repair and maintenance

• Skills

• Ability to work in a deadline and fast pace environment.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.

• Willing to work on all shifts and overtime as required.

• Must possess the ability to frequently lift 50 to 100 pounds, occasionally lift over 100 pounds with frequent bending and twisting.

• Candidate must also possess an excellent work ethic and demonstrated teamwork attitude.

• Ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams

• Overview of Competencies by Cluster

• Job Knowledge

• The full understanding of all job functions related procedures and priorities that are required when performing the job.

• Quality of Work

• The ability to perform work duties correctly and accurately within the established procedures.

• Quantity / Productivity

• The amount of work produced compared to job requirements or established goals in a quick and efficient manner. Effectively uses surplus time.

• Safety

• Understands and practices safe working procedures. Observes safety rules and policies; brings to managements' attention any unsafe acts or conditions.

• Housekeeping

• Keeps work area and equipment neat, clean and organized.

• Attendance / Punctuality

• Reports to work when scheduled and on time.

• Communication Skills

• Communicates information, orally and written, in a positive and effective manner. Able to listen and accept constructive criticism.

• Teamwork / Cooperation

• The ability to demonstrate positive efforts and feelings about work as a team member with other employees and work groups. Accepts and responds to constructive criticism and suggestions.

• Adaptability

• Ability to adjust and adapt to changes in job assignments, methods, personnel, or surroundings.