Lead Injection Molding Technician, 2nd shift

Shape Corp. • Athens, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for ensuring on-time production of quality product, process troubleshooting and machine setup. Functions as the lead technical expert of all plastic injection molding processes/machinery and leader of process technician staff from a technical capacity. The Lead process technician will not be responsible for conducting performance management reviews.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficient with Microsoft Applications (e.g., word, excel, outlook, etc.).
• Proficient with Plex.
• Must have the ability to write detailed, legible information for work performed.
• Ability to effectively lead troubleshooting practies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• 1-3 years prior supervisory experience in manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold, machine, and robot setup activities.
• Perform material changeovers and material system troubleshooting.
• Perform mold and process troubleshooting.
• Assist in new process development.
• Fanuc robot programming and setup.
• Assist with scrap reduction continuous improvement projects.
• Organize tooling and tool run status.
• Load and unload molds on and off of tool trucks with overhead hoist.
• Drive Hilo per production needs.
• Maintain clean work area.
• Provide direction and coaching to less experienced team members as requested.
• Support and drive continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate communication / documentation between shifts.
• Coordinate any repairs with maintenance.
• Serve as point of contact for escalated PUMA related issues.
• Conduct pre-shift meeting with PUMA staff.
• Assess, supervise, and lead PUMA staff to meet daily requirements.
• Participate in the planning of projects or tasks.
• Review/ensure safety compliance and quality issues (5S, SES).
• Respond to any equipment stoppages.
• Share any other appropriate information with PUMA staff.
• Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED