Injection Molding Process Technician (12-Hour Night Shift) (f/m/d)

Freudenberg • Aurora, IL

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About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! Responsibilities: Perform startup and shutdown of production molds as required, and perform and confirm completion of mold change-overs (mold, aux. equip., EOAT, etc.). Safely operate forklift and overhead cranes for handling molds. Ensure that the correct mold and materials are being used. Perform minor in-press mold cleaning as needed. Ensure processes run consistently and provide production support as needed. Ensure functional and cosmetic product specifications are met by working with quality and engineering. Log and communicate any process changes to ensure process parameters are up to date Maintain and follow 6S Principles including SMED. Perform minor EOAT troubleshooting/repair activities. Qualifications: Ability to work 12-Hour Night Shift (6 pm - 6 am with rotating weeks of M/TU/SAT/SUN, and W/TH/F) High School Diploma or equivalent, plus 3+ years in injection molding processing. Experience with setup and startup of molds and other related equipment as it pertains to injection molding (robots, automation, auxiliary equipment, etc.). Technical knowledge of common injection molding issues as they may be related to mold, material, machine, and/or process issues. EOAT robot programming and setup. Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic systems, and fluid power Basic operating knowledge of computer programs in Microsoft including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Excellent listening skills and ability to follow instructions. Ability to communicate technical problems to other team members Motivated, organized, and eager to learn, with ability to effectively apply critical thinking skills in a timely manner. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Freudenberg Household Products LP (USA)

Requirements

• Ability to work 12-Hour Night Shift (6 pm - 6 am with rotating weeks of M/TU/SAT/SUN, and W/TH/F)
• High School Diploma or equivalent, plus 3+ years in injection molding processing.
• Experience with setup and startup of molds and other related equipment as it pertains to injection molding (robots, automation, auxiliary equipment, etc.).
• Technical knowledge of common injection molding issues as they may be related to mold, material, machine, and/or process issues.
• EOAT robot programming and setup.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic systems, and fluid power
• Basic operating knowledge of computer programs in Microsoft including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent listening skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate technical problems to other team members
• Motivated, organized, and eager to learn, with ability to effectively apply critical thinking skills in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup and shutdown of production molds as required, and perform and confirm completion of mold change-overs (mold, aux. equip., EOAT, etc.)
• Safely operate forklift and overhead cranes for handling molds.
• Ensure that the correct mold and materials are being used.
• Perform minor in-press mold cleaning as needed.
• Ensure processes run consistently and provide production support as needed.
• Ensure functional and cosmetic product specifications are met by working with quality and engineering.
• Log and communicate any process changes to ensure process parameters are up to date
• Maintain and follow 6S Principles including SMED.
• Perform minor EOAT troubleshooting/repair activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees