Setup Technician 2nd Shift

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (List necessary responsibilities)

· Operate and monitor all injection molding machines at the highest levels of productivity and quality expectations.

· Drain materials from previous job and remove from machines, disposing or recycling as required.

· Clean hoppers, grinders, and staging hoppers in accordance with procedures.

· Set proper drying temperatures for specified materials in hoppers and quality check hopper temperatures, quality check all latches and safety chains on hoppers and loaders prior to operation of machines.

· Perform job duties to achieve production goals to meet customer requirements

· Be able to shut down and purge a completed job; as well as be able to correct and clear minor machine alarms.

· Maintain all standard operating procedures and cGMP's (current good manufacturing practices) to the letter.

· Use hand trucks and lifts to move equipment and tools in the performance of job duties.

· Spray and pull tool, hang next tool, and set up supplies and/or fixtures. Assure readiness of machine preparation so a Process Technician can complete the press for production. May be required to attach plumbing, install and connect auxiliary equipment.

· Read and interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprints for the production of plastic molded parts.

· Have working knowledge of required tools, power sources, dryers, resins, and molding presses 

· Must have a positive attitude and support a team environment.

· Be able to lift and stack packed boxes up to 30 lbs. in preparation for shipping. 

· Must be able to multi-task and work successfully in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to safety.

· Must be able to work outside normal working hours, overtime or alternate shifts, to accommodate production needs when required.

· Performs related duties as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (List secondary duties which can be performed by others)

· Maintains a high degree of departmental and interdepartmental cooperation.

· Maintains neatness and orderliness in the department and/or work area. Clean work area at the end of each shift; including sweeping, wiping down machines and picking up and storing hand tools.

· Promotes observance of safety regulations and initiates action to correct unsafe acts whenever the need arises. 

· Complies with policies, procedures and practices relating to operations of the plant. 

· Contacts Supervisor, Group Leader or Lead Operator to assure equipment is functioning at maximum proficiency.

Requirements

 REQUIREMENTS:

· Job Hours:  As required.  

· Quality: Quality standards must be maintained.

· Attendance: All employees must stay within attendance and tardiness guidelines.

· Productivity: Must maintain an average productivity goal.

· Safety:  Employees must follow safety rules.

· Training: All required company training

QUALIFICATIONS:  (List Qualifications for position)

Education

· HS Diploma or GED

Experience

· Must have 3-5 years experience working with plastic injection molding machines

Skills

· Excellent math, reading and technical communication skills.