Injection Molding Setup Technician

Da Pro Rubber

Job Location:

Owasso, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB TITLE: Injection Molding Set-Up Technician

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

LOCATION: Owasso OK

SET-UP TECHNICIAN SUMMARY

The LIM Set-Up Technician troubleshoots sets up and/or tends to molds for Liquid Injection Molding (LIM) machines based on job traveler and production needs. Performs sample runs before releasing to the LIM operator. Inspects and cleans injection molds cold runner systems and auxiliary equipment before and after production runs. Supports production startup and process validation activities ensuring quality and production requirements.

SET-UP TECHNICIAN DUTIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Set up all operations and functions for Liquid Injection Machines and supporting equipment.
Reads job travelers to determine molding specifications and tooling instructions.
Installs aligns secures molds center plates and delivery systems using proper tools calibration and lifting equipment.
Inspects mold(s) for defects and cleanliness.
Mounts installs aligns mold and/or other work pieces on to press manually or by using hoist.
Secures molds and/or other work pieces using basic hand and/or power tools.
Conducts tests inspects mold to ensure mold is secure and verifies part quality.
Creates SOPs and Work Instructions as needed.
Applies LEAN Methodology drives continual improvement of processes and product quality.
Works closely with Engineering and Maintenance to improve tooling and equipment uptime.
Trains others as needed.

SET-UP TECHNICIAN REQUIREMENTS

Experience in Plastics Silicone or Rubber Molding is preferred.
Strong Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting experience a must.
Able to perform basic mathematical calculations
Ability to record information in writing and to transfer data electronically.
Experience with tooling measuring equipment and lifting devices.
High attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Occasionally: reach above shoulder with both hands lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Frequently: lift upward with both arms outstretched count and calculate communicate details.

Constantly: stand; reach outward with both hands handle/finger wrist and elbow flexion rotation and articulation.

Other: Near point non-color vision sense of touch tolerance for temperature in a non-controlled environment.

Required Experience:

JOB TITLE: Injection Molding Set-Up TechnicianFLSA STATUS: Non-ExemptREPORTS TO: Operations ManagerLOCATION: Owasso OKSET-UP TECHNICIAN SUMMARYThe LIM Set-Up Technician troubleshoots sets up and/or tends to molds for Liquid Injection Molding (LIM) machines based on job traveler and product...