Process Technician - Injection Molding

Leviton - Bothell, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Bothell, WA

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Process Technician is responsible for managing all mold room and machine processes to assure we are making quality parts. This position reports directly to the Mold Room Supervisor and works under moderate supervision. This role provides the opportunity to work within the Network Solutions Business Unit of Leviton Manufacturing Company Inc. Relocation Assistance Offered to the Seattle, WA area!

Responsibilities

• Verify that all molds, auxiliary equipment, and materials are set-up properly per job instructions
• Responsible for start-up/shut down of Injection Molding Equipment
• Verify all processes are within allowable parameters
• Diagnosis and troubleshooting of injection molding machines
• Diagnosis and troubleshooting of auxiliary equipment
• Perform in-process inspection of injection molded components which includes visual inspection and/or dimensional measurement for conformance to requirements defined on drawings, Standard Inspection Plans, Visual Factory or other documents
• Generate production, move and scrap transactions as needed to ensure inventory accuracy
• Remove scrap and trash from manufacturing areas
• Monitor tooling conditions and notify tooling when mold is unable to produce quality parts or when preventative maintenance is required
• Perform insert changes
• Assist Mold Setter with setup of molds
• Serve as mold room lead

Requirements

• Knowledge of injection molding machine controls
• Knowledge of material drying and blending
• Knowledge of proper Lockout / Tagout procedures
• Understanding of basic math skills - adding, subtracting, measuring, etc.
• Ability to read drawings & blueprints
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written format
• Ability to identify potential safety hazards
• Ability to identify non-conforming materials and components
• Ability to work effectively independently or in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility
• Ability to coordinate the work of others
• Ability to successfully train others

Nice-to-haves

• Previous forklift experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical (with an HSA option), Dental, Vision and Rx coverage beginning the 1st day of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Program with employer matching contributions. Participation begins immediately upon hire; employer match begins after 1 year of service
• Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance options
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Up to 18 days Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Advocacy Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Additional wellness incentive programs