Set-up Technician - Mokena, United States - ITW

ITW

Verified Company

Mokena, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Job Description:

Summary:
Ensures molding machines and peripheral equipment are maintained and efficiently producing good quality parts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Mold setup and adjustment on molding and assembly repairs, equipment troubleshooting and minor repairs, quality checks, material handling including filling and emptying machine hoppers and grinders, housekeeping and operator instructions
Maintain machines in proper operation: To include verifying setup parameters of process, as well as condition of machine. Verify all monitors are on and set to proper parameters

Trouble shooting of processing problems and defects

Setting molds, dies, etc., to conform to scheduled requirements, to include leaving the workstation clean and organized, with quality parts coming from the process, while minimizing downtime.
Periodically (as set by the Manager) checking machine cycle time and yields are met, quality of parts coming from process, and overall consistency of process
Maintains setup sheets
Maintaining production records for shift
Ensure last shot in capture for molds coming out of production
Ensure good housekeeping
Has authority and responsibility to stop molding process due to quality concerns
Performance of Preventive Maintenance
Training of Material Handlers and Operators as needed
Monitor Materials
Assure proper product is running
Assist with cost saving, labor, & ergonomic improvements
Support the shift needs as necessary
Complete any, and all, tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required
5+ years Setup Technician experience in plastic injection molding environment required
Complete understanding of injection molding machine(s) and auxiliary equipment operations and repair. Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Good communication both written and verbal skills.
Knowledge of Wittmann robots.
Understanding of OSHA requirements (i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Forklift)
Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes overtime and weekends

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift 65 pounds.
Must be able to push & pull molds w/mechanical help. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Frequent walking, ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl in or under machines

Additional information

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching.

Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.

Pay:
$ $28.00 per hour

Benefits: