Injection Molding Technician

ITW•Washington, NC

About The Position

ABOUT ITW MEDICAL: ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenue of $16.1 billion in 2023. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 45,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized and entrepreneurial culture. www.itw.com. ITW Medical, a division of ITW, is comprised of two highly respected brands- Coeur and Filtertek, supplying critical filtration and flow control solutions to global OEM’s, serving Surgical, Infusion, Bioprocessing and Diagnostic Imaging end markets.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum 2 years relevant manufacturing experience in plastic injection molding environment preferred.
Minimum 2 years related basic problem solving and processing skills in relation to injection molding and automation equipment.
Understanding of injection molding machine(s) and auxiliary equipment operations and repair preferred.
Understanding of robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and/or electric systems for both relay and solid-state machinery preferred.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Good communication both written and verbal skills.
Must possess mechanical aptitude and ability to adapt and learn.
Familiarity with robots.
Understanding of OSHA requirements (i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Forklift).
Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes overtime and weekends.
Must have ability to provide their own basic tools (Allen wrenches, socket sets, etc.).
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand for full manufacturing shift, ability to reach with arms extended and/or overhead, excellent hand dexterity, ability to bend, stoop, stretch and similar activities
Ability to accommodate occasional flexible schedule when required.
Must be able to safely operate required equipment for performing job functions

Nice To Haves

Exposure to scientific injection molding process monitoring methodology preferred.

Responsibilities

Sets up injection molding machines in anticipation of the molding process, ensuring correct parameters are set for the specific part being molded.
Setting molds, dies, etc., to conform to scheduled requirements, to include leaving the workstation clean and organized, with quality parts coming from the process, while minimizing downtime.
Clears the production line of previous product materials, tools, and instructions, preparing it for the new part.
Performs mold cleaning according to schedule and as needed to maintain optimal performance.
Performs routine repairs and preventative maintenance on production machinery.
Troubleshoot and solve minor molding process conditions (short shots, flash, burns, etc.) to ensure quality and prevent non-conformance.
Setup and operate molding machinery and support equipment.
Adjust, maintain and troubleshoot automated equipment to maximize utilization.
Work closely with setup technicians and operators to ensure proper operation of equipment.
Collaborate with Plant Leaders to stop molding process due to quality concerns.
Completes necessary paperwork timely and accurately.
Accurately records use of spare parts to guarantee proper inventory is maintained.
Follow setup sheets, record any changes made, and provide suggestions to Process Engineers.
Train new/current technicians to increase machine knowledge.
Ensures good housekeeping and organization of production floor.
Follows all safety guidelines.