Mold Technician - S3 (6:00 PM - 4:30 AM; Monday - Thursday)

Job Description

Job Description

Shift: S3 (6:00 PM - 4:30 AM; Monday - Thursday) including a 10% shift differential. 

We are seeking an experienced Mold Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have prior hands-on experience in injection molding and a strong understanding of mold installation, setup and troubleshooting. 

Position Purpose: The Molding Technician performs duties to set up and cycle a variety of Plastic Injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. They make process adjustments to ensure proper function and quality of parts. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Install, set up, process and troubleshoot injection molding machines to optimize production efficiency and ensure product quality across a variety of engineered plastic materials. 
• Set up and adjust auxiliary equipment and robotic systems to ensure proper product containment and meet packaging requirements.
• Follow all Molding Work Instructions (MWI), including prints, specifications, work orders, and production documentation. 
• Identify and resolve molding process issues and quality-related defects. 
• Perform job changeovers, record downtime and scrap/rejects, and verify Bills of Materials (BOMs) for production accuracy. 
• Ensure appropriate material and product containment procedures are implemented and maintained throughout the manufacturing process. 
• Use a variety of measuring instruments, production tools, and equipment. 
• Communicate tooling concerns, damage, or performance issues to Tooling Department through the Tool Work Order System. 
• Report machine, equipment, or press-related issues to the Maintenance Department through the Maintenance Request Order (MRO) System 
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment while adhering to all company safety policies and procedures. 
• Keep Work Area Clean per Company Housekeeping Standards. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications/Experience
Required: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• 2 - 5 years Injection Molding Experience. 
• Mechanically inclined and able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to constant change. 
• Ability to safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis. 
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively. 
• Basic computer skills, including email, data entry, and the use of common software programs. 

Desired: 

• Delmiaworks (IQMS) ERP system experience. 
• Overhead hoist and forklift experience.