SUMMARY: Set-up and troubleshoot Injection Molding equipment to ensure efficient cavitation and cycle time in order to meet production needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES & AUTHORITIES:

1. Set up and troubleshoot Injection Molding equipment.
2. Maintain cavitation, and cycle efficiency, achieve optimal processing parameters, and drive cycle time improvements.
3. Evaluate tooling, attend tooling meetings, and work with Mold Shop to maintain the tooling efficiency.
4. Provide direction, training, and coaching for Production Line Mechanics
5. Assist with shift supervision.
6. Drive Safety, Quality, and Productivity goals
7. Direct work activities of mechanics as needed.
8. Must perform any other assigned duties.
9. Accepts responsibility to comply with all safety, quality, customer, ISO, SQF, and any other regulatory requirements. And has the authority to report concerns that could impact these requirements or suggest areas for improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 5+ years experience in plastic injection molding processing.
2. Knowledge and application of scientific molding principles.
3. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
4. Some supervisory experience is a plus.
5. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
6. Must have excellent attendance.
7. Must have full understanding and experience in Injection Molding.
8. Must score 42 or higher on the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test.
9. Must have five years of Injection Molding experience.
10. Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced production environment.
11. Good communication and leadership skills.
12. Capable of physical mobility including walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting (up to 50 pounds periodically)
13. Capable of visual acuity to include distinguishing color variation and detecting defects.
14. Able to work safely in a production environment around moving mechanical parts, and recognizing various sounds and alarms.
15. Able to work overtime as needed.