Injection Molding Process Technician

Georg Fischer - Texas City, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Texas City, TX

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About the position

The Injection Molding Process Technician is responsible for overseeing mold and tooling changes, troubleshooting machinery, and ensuring efficient production processes. This role requires a strong understanding of injection molding operations and the ability to lead and train other employees. The technician will maintain safety standards and quality control while working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Changeover of tooling and/or mold base.
• Troubleshoot all operating equipment.
• Process all materials for injection molding.
• Start-up and shut down of the molding department.
• Ensure proper materials are used at each machine.
• Set up accessory equipment such as material feeds and auxiliary cooling.
• Maintain safe operation of machinery and tooling.
• Keep set-up records on tools, preventative maintenance, and run profiles.
• Adjust machines to produce quality products.
• Train Operators and Technician 'B'.
• Operate all equipment within the department.
• Report any safety problems to the Supervisor.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized area.
• Cover shifts in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Support the established quality policy.

Requirements

• Must meet all requirements of a Process Technician 'B' and 'C'.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English clearly and concisely.
• Minimum of eight years of plastic processing experience or six years in a similar role with a certificate from an accredited trade school.
• Thorough knowledge of machine and tooling functions and interactions.
• Ability to perform machine repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Ability to lead and train other employees.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with sophisticated set-ups in plastic processing.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.