Maintenance Technician

Full Time 3 days ago

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Employment Information

Job Level Entry Level

Experience Less Than 1 Year

Job Type Full Time

Location Grandview, Missouri

As a Process Technician at an injection molding company, your primary responsibilities revolve around ensuring the plastic injection molding machines operate efficiently, produce high-quality parts, and meet production goals. While the exact job description can vary slightly, your core duties typically include:

Setup and Startup:
Performing mold changes and setting up the injection molding machines for production runs.
Setting and controlling all process parameters (temperature, pressure, injection speed, cooling time, etc.) to establish a stable and efficient molding process.
Starting up machines and auxiliary equipment (like thermolators, grinders, and material handlers).

Troubleshooting and Optimization:

Monitoring the machines and processes to detect potential issues.
Troubleshooting and correcting process problems that cause part defects (like flash, short shots, warpage, etc.).
Making adjustments to process variables to optimize cycle times and improve overall efficiency while maintaining quality.

Quality Control:

Inspecting and measuring parts using tools like calipers and micrometers to ensure they meet quality and customer specifications.
Stopping production when quality issues arise and making necessary corrections.

Maintenance and Documentation:

Performing routine preventative maintenance on machines and tooling.
Documenting all process settings, changes, and troubleshooting actions.
Maintaining a clean and safe work environment (adhering to 5S principles and safety regulations).

Support and Training:

Assisting in the training and coaching of machine operators on proper procedures.
Communicating with supervisors, engineers, and maintenance staff regarding equipment issues or new tooling.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Injection Molding Process Technician or in a similar type of position within the plastics industry.
Proficient in setting up and processing various thermoplastic materials.
strong mechanical aptitude and excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments.
Basic computer skills for data entry and monitoring systems.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality standards.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and be a self-starter.

salary: $72,000 - $72,800 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Setup and Startup:
Performing mold changes and setting up the injection molding machines for production runs.
Setting and controlling all process parameters (temperature, pressure, injection speed, cooling time, etc.) to establish a stable and efficient molding process.
Starting up machines and auxiliary equipment (like thermolators, grinders, and material handlers).

Troubleshooting and Optimization:

Monitoring the machines and processes to detect potential issues.
Troubleshooting and correcting process problems that cause part defects (like flash, short shots, warpage, etc.).
Making adjustments to process variables to optimize cycle times and improve overall efficiency while maintaining quality.

Quality Control:

Inspecting and measuring parts using tools like calipers and micrometers to ensure they meet quality and customer specifications.
Stopping production when quality issues arise and making necessary corrections.

Maintenance and Documentation:

Performing routine preventative maintenance on machines and tooling.
Documenting all process settings, changes, and troubleshooting actions.
Maintaining a clean and safe work environment (adhering to 5S principles and safety regulations).

Support and Training:

Assisting in the training and coaching of machine operators on proper procedures.
Communicating with supervisors, engineers, and maintenance staff regarding equipment issues or new tooling.

The essential functions of this role include:manual lifting up to 50lbsworking up to 6 hrs of overtime per week
SkillsMaintenanceMolding
QualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: Experienced

Frequently asked questions

Maintenance Technician is located in Grandview, Missouri, United States of America.

This Maintenance Technician position is offered as Full Time.

This role requires Less Than 1 Year experience. Seniority level: Entry Level.

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