Injection Molding Process Technician

INJECTION MOLDING PROCESS TECHNICIAN:

The Process Technician is responsible for achieving optimal processes within the parameters of TAMU.

Description:

• Create and maintain optimal cycles with a minimum of 85% OEE (Overall Efficiency)
• Troubleshoot machines and molds and help locate issues communicating with tooling and maintenance as needed.
• Create centerline sheets for each mold and maintain oversight to understand variances from centerline.
• Focus on number of stops per machine developing corrective action to get stops to zero.
• Answer machine alarms and restart machine and understand the cause of the stop.
• Work with maintenance/tooling to identify through defect handling, any anomalies for both machines and molds.
• Develop mold PM (Preventative Maintenance) activities to maintain the integrity of each mold.
• Develop capable processes on all new molds.
• Follow up on all hold/reject parts to understand mold/machine anomalies.
• Identify parts running with 1.5%+ scrap and develop process to reduce
• Participate and lead TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) activities.
• Work with mold shop to reduce labor content through tool repairs and process enhancements.
• Document all process changes with justification.
• Participate in new mold design for moldability and efficiency.

Basic Qualifications:

• Able to operate forklift; must pass a written and driving test.
• Ability to operate various molding machines.
• Able to read and write English
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Vocational/technical school training preferred; on-the-job training provided.
• Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment.