Process Technician - Sturgis, United States - ZAAS

ZAAS

Verified Company

Sturgis, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

About the job
Client is a plastic injection molding company family owned since 1966 located in Sturgis MI.

Using the latest technologies in scientific molding coupled with our superior in-house tool design and engineering; we are able to provide innovative and cost effective plastic solutions for one-stop "Total Solutions Molding.

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Purpose of Position / Core Responsibilities:
Performs normal plastic injection molding setup functions according to established procedures. Changes molds, downloads computer programs and optimizes machine performance. Has primary responsibility for the dimensional quality of parts produced. Responsible for starting new jobs, troubleshooting and resolving process problems and optimizing machine cycles.

Primary Duties:

Recognizes the various types of cosmetic and dimensional defects and modifies the molding process within allowable limits to eliminate these defects
Understands the customer's cosmetic and dimensional requirements for the part being produced
Measures parts for dimensional conformance using available metrology tools and instruments
Stops the production process if the root cause of a defect cannot be eliminated. Reports the problem to the shift supervisor
Performs the startup and processing of jobs
Solves process, mold and material problems on the production floor. Assists in optimizing cycles to meet or exceed standard requirements
Provides documentation on process parameters
Set up functions for mold changes
Assists with Insert changes as required
Suggests ideas to provide methods of improvement in the company
Maintains a clean and organized work area

Secondary Responsibilities:

Act as the backup to the Value Stream Leader (VSL) in the event of absences (scheduled or otherwise)
Work with the VSL to understand shift labor management
Train staff employees to perform process and material mixing functions

Relationships

Reports directly to Value Stream Manager
Direct Reports: None

Personal Trait Profile

Ability to implement changes that supports the Business Vision
High stress tolerance
Open minded
Trustworthy
Must have a good working relationship with subordinates, peers and supervisors
Ability to operate effectively to both proactive and reactive opportunities
Resourceful
Positive attitude
Initiative
Attention to detail
Excellent attendance

Experience and Preferred Skills

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Plastics injection molding: 1 year (required)
Mold Setting & Processing: 2 years (required)
Solid verbal and written communication skills are a must

Physical Demands:

Good hand/eye coordination
Lifting up to 50 lbs.
Significant body flexing and twisting, bending
Long periods of time standing
Ability to use tools necessary in production setup and maintenance

Measures of Performance:

Daily Gemba Metrics (area specific metrics tbd)
Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost as measured by 'Best In Class' & financial performance
Implementation of lean conversions

Must successfully complete background check and drug screen prior to starting SMP is a drug free and marijuana free workplace.

Can test positive for THC in pre-employment screening.

Pay:
$ $30.00 per hour

Experience: