Plastics Process Technician (1st Shift)

Master the process - drive efficiency. Are you a technical problem-solver who knows exactly how to dial in an injection molding process? We are seeking an experienced Process Technician to take full ownership of our production floor's efficiency, cycle times, and machine uptime.

In this role, you will manage machine start-ups, troubleshoot complex process variances, and interface with state-of-the-art robotics. If you have a deep understanding of plastics behavior and a sharp eye for continuous improvement, we want you on our team.

What You’ll Do:

• Optimize Production: Ensure all injection molding machines, robots, thermolators, and secondary equipment are dialed in and running at peak efficiency.

• Rapid Troubleshooting: Act as the first responder to equipment and robot alarms. Diagnose and resolve machine, mold, and material defects on the fly.

• Machine Start-Ups & Die Changes: Execution of precise machine start-ups and assist with die change activities to ensure smooth production transitions.

• Quality & Compliance: Accurately complete process verification tracking, tool reports, and mistake-proofing checksheets.

• Equipment Care: Maintain control stations (Robot controls, DME units, thermolators) and ensure proper management and disposal of all purgings.

• Safety Culture: Strictly adhere to OSHA regulations, maintain a clean workspace, and ensure zero loose clothing is worn near moving mechanical parts.

Requirements: Note: This role requires a foundation in plastics processing. Only candidates with injection molding experience will be considered.  

• The Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on plastics processing experience within a plastic injection molding environment. Have less but have a solid understanding of plastic processing? Let's talk.

• Technical Troubleshooting: Proven expertise in mold setups, scientific molding concepts, and diagnosing complex maintenance or material issues.

• Advanced Controls: Solid familiarity with modern, state-of-the-art controls on injection molding machines and integrated robotics.

• The Skills: Ability to interpret technical diagrams, perform basic production mathematics, and clearly communicate issues to supervisors and floor teams.

• Physical Capability: Ability to stand for long periods, work in a dynamic manufacturing environment, and lift/move up to 45 lbs.

Ready to own the floor and maximize efficiency? Apply today! ZPMLSTCM

salary: $68,640 - $81,510 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 3 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for machine start-ups.
• First response to all machine, robot, thermolater and secondary equipment alarms.
• Ensure machines and robots are running at optimum efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machine, mold and material problems.
• Report to Production Supervisor any difficulties or problems requiring special attention.
• Responsible for the accurate completion of Process Verification, Tool Reports and Mistakeproofing Checksheets as required.
• Responsible for all die change activities not done by a Die Setter.
• Responsible for maintaining the appearance of all Thermolaters, Robot Control Stations, DME units etc.
• Ensures proper care of all equipment especially the managing and proper disposal of all purgings.
• Responsible for continuous improvement (ideas and suggestions).
• Responsible to follow all OSHA and safety rules and regulations.
• Responsible for following all USF policies and procedures.

Education and/or Experience

• Plastic Injection molding background with a minimum of three years experience in plastics processing.
• Must be experienced in mold set-ups, troubleshooting, and exposure to maintenance problems.
• Must be familiar with state-of-the-art controls on machines and robots.

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 45lbs
• standing for 7 hours at one time
• working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• Plastic Injection Molding (2 years of experience is required)
• Plastics Processing (2 years of experience is required)
• Mold Set-Up (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Mold Troubleshooting (2 years of experience is preferred)
• Maintenance (1 year of experience is preferred)
• ABS, Polycarbonate/Propylene

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 2 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.