The Set-Up Technician configures, sets, plumbs, and removes molds in injection molding machines. Sets-up related equipment in accordance with established procedures.
Requirements:
5 years of experience with machine set-up; experience in plastic molding is preferred
Supervisory/Lead experience is beneficial
Experience with injection molding process or able to pass a mechanical reasoning test
Intermediate computer working knowledge
Forklift experience is preferred
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, and lift up to 45 lbs
Key Responsibilities:
Minimizes downtime for setups
MCT injection molded products
Duties:
Start and stop production of work orders according to production schedule and established procedures by:
completing line clearance from previous job
setting molds and related process equipment
setting up conveyors, fixtures, and general work cell to optimal specifications
setting up secondary and assembly operations
Maximize Throughput by:
anticipating and planning for efficient job changeovers
Continually developing and improving methods used for job changeover such as pre-heat, quick-change, and manifold techniques.
monitoring equipment condition and reporting any immediate maintenance needs
advising scheduler of any scheduling conflicts
Stage molds and required equipment for next shift
Assist in routine maintenance of support equipment by:
Completing simple, routine maintenance tasks including cleaning mold parting line surface and greasing guide pins if need
completing an electronic Work Order for any inoperative equipment
Maintains a safe working environment by:
performing set-ups with high consideration given to worker safety
following and enforcing safety rules and regulations.
Cleaning press area after setting molds (I.E. rags, oil pads, tools, hoses, clamps and bolts)
Promotes continuous improvement and overall quality by:
engineering and documenting optimal, balanced downstream operations
Configuring the operator's work cell to establish standard configurations
Authorities/Supervisory Responsibilities:
Authorized to stop and start production as required