Injection Molding Process Technician

Thermoflex Corporation•Waukegan, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring an Injection Molding Process Technician for 1st and 2nd Shifts. Join our team at Thermoflex to troubleshoot machines, optimize production, and keep our tools running smoothly. Be ready to build something great with us!

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Knowledge and experience of plastics processing and equipment
Strong mechanical/mathematical/leadership skills
Advanced injection molding skill required
Ability to make independent judgments when Lead Mold Technician and Technical Process Manager is absent
Good written and oral communication skills – computer literate
Ability to work independently as well as with others
Forklift Certification

Nice To Haves

Scientific Molding knowledge is preferred

Responsibilities

Achieve departmental goals – scrap, PPM (parts per million), OEE (overall equipment effectiveness)
Transfer information daily to the following shift concerning all quality issues, changes in processes, or other tooling related issues
Ensure parts are produced to appropriate quality levels and ensure suspect product is contained and corrective actions are in place
Perform root cause analysis of production and quality problems and works to implement permanent corrective actions
Perform daily duties with accuracy and in a timely manner. This includes, but is not limited to, mold changes, press startups, quality checks, material movement
Accurately and completely prepare all daily production-related documents in a timely manner
Observe all safety rules and policies at all times, including properly wearing PPE (personal protective equipment)
Provide continuous improvement and cost savings ideas
Work with engineering to ensure that processes are robust and monitor processes per standard work
Train employees on scientific molding techniques
Report all recognized safety hazards
Other duties as assigned in Management’s sole discretion