Secondary Operations Technician

OptiMIM, a Form Technologies Company, uses state-of-the-art metal injection molding technology to create high performing small precision metal components to almost any level of complexity and at virtually any volume. Learn more about our process here: https://www.optimim.com/

We are currently recruiting a weekend swing Technician in our Secondary Operations department. If you are mechanically-inclined (automotive, small engine, or loves to take things apart and put them back together, etc.), can use hand tools (wrench, torque wrench, etc.) and seeking to learn a new trade or hone your existing skills, OptiMIM just may be a fit for you!

Our Technicians conduct tooling set-ups, including tool installation, and machine preparation to support the injection molding process. Activities include troubleshooting and resolution of production problems and monitors product quality and process productivity.

Duties include:

• Troubleshooting and repairing equipment (including replacing cutting tools, adjusting machine settings and supporting automation) as needed. (40%)
• Performing equipment setups as directed. (15%)
• Supporting the maintenance systems and perform activities as needed. (15%)
• Working with maintenance and process engineering to troubleshoot and repair system failures. (10%)
• Collecting and entering data as needed to support procedures and engineering tests. (5%)
• Assisting & training employees on using technical equipment (Automation, CNC and other machines). (5%)
• Other duties as required. (10%)

Requirements:

• Basic to moderate knowledge of computer and PLCs.
• High level of mechanical aptitude.
• Good communication skills with the ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
• Able to frequently stand and walk the production floor throughout the shift
• Able to frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Able to push and pull tools as well as bend and pivot to change equipment
• Able to kneel, move and rearrange items on production floor such as cables and cords
• Must be able to climb foot stool or ladder to work on top of large pieces of equipment

Wage: Entry-wage $18.00 on up, DOE

Benefits : Medical (HSA or PPO), generous HSA contribution, Rx, dental, vision, Paid Oregon Leave, group life, dependent life, whole life, AD&D, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, FSA, LegalShield, transit pass gift card program, tuition reimbursement, and 401k with generous employer match.

PTO: 40 hours of Sick time, 80 hours of PTO, and 80 hours of (designated) holiday pay. Five weeks total.

OptiMIM promotes a drug free work environment through the use of pre-employment drug testing. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status or disability & any other characteristic protected by law. Employees must be a US Person as defined by ITAR.