Setup Technician

Setup Technician

The primary functions of a Setup Technician is to setup molds. Setup Technician will follow safety and setup procedures to ensure molds are safely set up.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for molding machine set up including ancillary equipment as related to the molding process such as screw, barrels, material dryers and thermolator.
• Follows work orders, blueprints, and programming folders to set up plastic injection molding machines to produce quality parts
• Inspect molds after set-up is completed for the following: water leaks, loose water hose clamps, or any mechanical malfunction of the mold that may prevent a proper production run.
• Removes molds at the completion of the run and prepares for storage or repair
• Responsible for proper handling and care of all materials, molds and tooling
• Analyze part defects and make appropriate process adjustments as needed while following validated parameters as well as following good manufacturing practices
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor
• Operates machines and production equipment safely and in accordance with instructions
• Perform any other assignments given by Production Manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of an injection molding plant.
• Experience in setup molds
• Basic math skills and basic understanding of the English language.

Physical Requirements:

• Sit, stand, and walk for long period of time.
• Lift up to 25 pounds and good hand-eye coordination.
• Must be able to talk, Listen, and speak clearly.

Training Provided:

• Safety Trainings.
• IQMS & Internet (if needed).
• Trained on preventative maintenance requirements.
• Trained on the proper use of company tools and their storage.
• Trained on Lockout Tagout Procedure.

Shift: 2nd Shift - 2pm till 10:30pm

Pay Rate: $25 Hourly