Injection Molding Technician

Toyota Boshoku America•Lawrenceville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Injection Mold Technician will perform setup, start-up, shut down and maintenance of foam molding machines and auxiliary equipment. This role involves managing mold changes, troubleshooting injection machines and mold issues, and effectively managing the set-up, processing, and operation of multiple injection mold machines. The technician will also perform daily operation and maintenance of injection mold machines and related equipment, and be responsible for all mold and color changes. A key aspect of this role is utilizing Toyota Production System (TPS) techniques to standardize processes, reduce variation, identify and eliminate waste, and proactively predict and correct abnormalities. The technician will participate in frequent evaluations of equipment, ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies, and maintain knowledge of hazardous waste and spill response procedures. Maintaining productivity and quality standards in accordance with TS19649 and ISO 14001 is crucial, as is completing specified records and logs of department/shift activities.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Minimum two (2) years of relevant injection mold experience required.
Experience in troubleshooting equipment and molds that may be associated with injection molding, electrical systems, electronics, fabrication, hydraulics, mechanical drives, pneumatics, robotics, stamping, welding, assembly and conveyor systems, and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming and troubleshooting.
Ability to troubleshoot and track equipment issues to perform root cause analysis and correct issues with equipment suppliers.
Must have a good working knowledge of industrial technology.
General understanding and working knowledge of skill areas including electrical, electronics, fabrication, hydraulics, injection molding, mechanical drives, pneumatics, robotics, stamping, welding, assembly and conveyor systems, and PLC programming.
Must be able to work in a multi-skilled environment with maintenance aptitude to learn skilled trades other than area of expertise.
Ability to read and interpret blue prints, schematics, drawings, specifications, and technical instruction manuals.
Good understanding of company product, trade terminology, maintenance and repair operations, manufacturing processes, and machine/equipment operation.
General understanding and working knowledge of manufacturing and assembly equipment and tooling including design, automation, robotics, or manufacturing processes (and all secondary related processes) relating to automotive interiors.
Working knowledge of shop mathematics and the use of a variety of measuring devices and instruments.
Ability to work with a dynamic team and demanding customer(s).
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural work environment.
Ability to work with multiple departments and prioritize activities.
Ability to perform functions of assigned areas.
Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing production environment.
Ability to diagnose problems for true root cause and implement effective countermeasures.
Must be able to work a fixed or rotating shift schedule, including daily or weekend overtime.
Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of the organization in a team environment.
Ability to adapt available skills and equipment to respond to unforeseen demands and/or problems.
Ability to comply with plans to control and maintain safety, quality, 5S, cost, and efficiency for assigned areas.
Good organization, time management, and planning skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with tight deadlines.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Previous experience working with integrated computer programs and/or applications.
Solid working knowledge and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.).
Must be willing to successfully complete and use training for items below: Machines, tools, tooling, equipment, and other motorized or maintenance related equipment (e.g., cranes, lift trucks, etc.).
RCRA and DOT hazardous waste requirements, and pass certification.
Computer-based software, applications, and systems (e.g., Oracle, Kronos, Future 3, etc.).

Nice To Haves

Skilled Trades journeymen status or certification from trade school, technical college, or apprenticeship preferred.
Automotive industry experience preferred.
Experience in automotive interiors including carpets, filters, powertrain, seating, and/or trim preferred.
Working knowledge and experience with the Toyota Production System preferred.
ERP System experience (e.g., Oracle) preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage mold changes according to Kanban system, setting dies for required runs and troubleshooting injection machines and mold issues.
Effectively manage the set-up, processing and operation of up to three (3) injection mold machines.
Perform daily operation and maintenance of injection mold machines, mold changing equipment and other assigned equipment.
Responsible for all mold and color changes.
Utilize Toyota Production System (TPS) techniques to standardize current/new processes and methods, reduce process variation, identify waste, and methodically eliminate waste.
Be proactive in predicting abnormalities and finding innovative solutions to correct.
Participate in frequent evaluation of machines, tools, equipment, etc. to analyze problems.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, PPE requirements, and company safety policies and procedures.
Perform, and/or participate in 5S housekeeping, accident investigation, and safety audits and related activities.
Maintain knowledge of procedures concerning Hazardous Waste, Spill Response, and Plant Security.
Maintain productivity and quality standards, in TS19649, ISO 14001, environmental, safety, quality, job performance, setups, trouble shooting, continuous improvement, and maintenance and repair operations.
Complete specified records, files and logs of department/shift activities such as equipment problems, utility operations, maintenance, repair, etc. (manual and computer) as required.