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Setup Technician 2nd Shift

Spindale, NC (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=171+Fairground+Road+Spindale+NC+USA+28160)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (List necessary responsibilities)

• Operate and monitor all injection molding machines at the highest levels of productivity and quality expectations.

• Drain materials from previous job and remove from machines, disposing or recycling as required.

• Clean hoppers, grinders, and staging hoppers in accordance with procedures.

• Set proper drying temperatures for specified materials in hoppers and quality check hopper temperatures, quality check all latches and safety chains on hoppers and loaders prior to operation of machines.

• Perform job duties to achieve production goals to meet customer requirements

• Be able to shut down and purge a completed job; as well as be able to correct and clear minor machine alarms.

• Maintain all standard operating procedures and cGMP’s (current good manufacturing practices) to the letter.

• Use hand trucks and lifts to move equipment and tools in the performance of job duties.

• Spray and pull tool, hang next tool, and set up supplies and/or fixtures. Assure readiness of machine preparation so a Process Technician can complete the press for production. May be required to attach plumbing, install and connect auxiliary equipment.

• Read and interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprints for the production of plastic molded parts.

• Have working knowledge of required tools, power sources, dryers, resins, and molding presses

• Must have a positive attitude and support a team environment.

• Be able to lift and stack packed boxes up to 30 lbs. in preparation for shipping.

• Must be able to multi-task and work successfully in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to safety.

• Must be able to work outside normal working hours, overtime or alternate shifts, to accommodate production needs when required.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:(List secondary duties which can be performed by others)

• Maintains a high degree of departmental and interdepartmental cooperation.

• Maintains neatness and orderliness in the department and/or work area. Clean work area at the end of each shift; including sweeping, wiping down machines and picking up and storing hand tools.

• Promotes observance of safety regulations and initiates action to correct unsafe acts whenever the need arises.

• Complies with policies, procedures and practices relating to operations of the plant.

• Contacts Supervisor, Group Leader or Lead Operator to assure equipment is functioning at maximum proficiency.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Job Hours: As required.

• Quality: Quality standards must be maintained.

• Attendance: All employees must stay within attendance and tardiness guidelines.

• Productivity: Must maintain an average productivity goal.

• Safety: Employees must follow safety rules.

• Training: All required company training

QUALIFICATIONS: (List Qualifications for position)

Education

• HS Diploma or GED

Experience

• Must have 3-5 years experience working with plastic injection molding machines

Skills

• Excellent math, reading and technical communication skills.