Mold Process Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Mold Process Technician is responsible for supporting the initial production startup per applicable shift, preventative maintenance tasks, equipment repairs and process troubleshooting.

KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Perform and direct the mold and material changing processes
* Assure that mold set up, changeovers, and housekeeping standards are met
* Ensure new job start-ups run correctly, making any necessary adjustments
* Work with production personnel to ensure molded parts meet requirements, and make adjustments as necessary
* Troubleshoot and correct processing issues including normal adjustments and checks
* Ensure molding machines and supporting systems are set to correct parameters to meet the mold requirements ensuring production goals are met.
* Verify process parameters and implement changes as appropriate, to improve cycle times.
* Have a continuous improvement mindset by identifying and making process improvements to drive cost reductions such as scrap reduction, decreased change-over time, cycle time improvement opportunities, etc.
* Inspect parts to ensure they meet the customer specifications'
* Repair, maintain and keep spare components inventory to keep molds functioning correctly.
* Recognize and stop production to correct any quality or safety issues
* Review and inspect machines daily for maintenance issues and report discrepancies to the maintenance department.
* Define and document corrections made to equipment using the maintenance CMMS software.
* Monitor, train, and coach the machine operators to ensure they are following proper manufacturing procedures
* Comply with all safety, quality, company policy and regulations
* Other duties may be assigned as necessary

Required Qualifications:

* High School Diploma/GED required
* 3 years previous injection molding maintenance process experience is required
* Proficient skills in reading, writing and arithmetic are necessary
* Strong mechanical abilities
* High precision molding operation.
* Work with Engineering to assist with installation and startup of new equipment.
* Other duties as assigned which may include support for the broader maintenance team in all areas such as facility related repairs.
* Must be able to operate forklift equipment and heavy lifting equipment.
* Must be able to read and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.

* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; very detail-oriented
* Excellent troubleshooting skills
* Proficient computer skills and documentation
* Must have exceptional written and oral communication skills to communicate with all levels of the organization
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in medical device manufacturing.
* knowledge- preferably in the plastics Industry, with experience in molding
* Knowledge of GMP under FDA/ISO
Physical Demands:

* The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
* The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Work Environment:
* The employee may be required to work in a cleanroom environment and is expected to follow the guidelines and rules for working in a cleanroom. This includes following the gowning procedure, covering hair in a hairnet, and wearing personal protective equipment as appropriate.
* While performing the duties of this position, the employee is [frequently/occasionally] exposed to moving mechanical parts.
* Able to work occasional weekends and overtime, as necessary