Set up Tech - 1st Shift ahh

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of all set-up procedures and all molding machine and secondary operation functions.

• Safely and efficiently operate a sit-down forklift.

• Set-up, starts and troubleshoots presses using established process control methods.

• Uses computer to print work instructions and other job related documentation.

• Monitor press cycle to ensure presses are running to standards.

• Observe machine operations to detect work piece defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines as necessary.

• Assist Operators when they encounter issues in the running machinery.

• Modify existing robot programs to handle parts without causing damage to the equipment or parts.

• Program machines for operators; creating new programs as needed.

• Ensure machines are running at peak efficiency, rate and quality throughout the shift

• Clean, inspect and maintain injection mold and machine as required

• Work as part of a team to minimize downtime and increase production.

• Perform periodic inspection rounds when needed.

• Actively participate in team meetings, think sessions, and process improvement meetings designed to create a better work process.

• Assist lead person with training of new personnel on proper job procedures, quality requirements and safety procedures

• All other duties as requested.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Two-year technical degree/tech certification in related field or 4 years of related experience.

• Experience with plastics injection molding required.

• Experience in working with drawings, part lists, engineering orders, diagrams, schematics and shop orders is required.

• Electrical experience preferred for basic maintenance of machinery.

• Must be safety conscience, a team player and a self-starter.

• Must have strong mechanical and math skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively with shift personnel.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees of the organization.

• Ability to communicate effectively among shift personnel as well as to the other shifts.

• Ability to utilize a computer for accessing reports, email and general data entry.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent

Physical Demands

• Light to moderate physical activity.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis and 25 lbs on a regular basis.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

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