LSR Support

Protolabs • Plymouth, MN

3d • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The LSR Support is responsible for supporting LSR Molding with technical tasks

Shift: 8p-6a Mon; 6p-6a Tue & Wed; 6p-12a Thu. ($2.40 Shift Diff)

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proven mechanical aptitude
• Experience with measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gages)
• Able to be licensed to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane hoist, etc.)
• Able to safely operate hand held and stationary power tools.
• Able to work safely with sharp and heavy objects (e.g., utility knives, aluminum blocks).
• Able to use measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, dial indicators.
• Reaching, bending, and grasping.
• Able to use a computer and calculator. Able to read and write in English and do basic arithmetic.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Must be punctual and have good attendance
• Must be self-directed and require minimal supervision
• Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads. Good written and oral communication skills. Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask and prioritize own workload
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads

Responsibilities

• Basic injection mold preparation skills, for example: de-burring mold halves and ejector plates, drilling and tapping holes, installing set screws, locator ring
• Retrieve prepared aluminum molds and install in into LSR injection molding press and sets up appropriate mold heating as needed to support LSR molding processes
• Operate injection molding machine as trained and inspect, finish parts molded as needed
• Visually inspect parts for surface and dimensional defects
• Perform start up and shut downs of Injection molding machines as needed
• Assist B-level finishing operator and LSR mold tech as needed
• Remove molds from the press and stage for disassembly if applicable
• Purge barrel of leftover materials at the conclusion of an order
• Remove molds from the press and stage for storage
• Assemble, Disassemble, clean LSR equipment as needed including screw, barrel removal/installation
• Perform defined routine maintenance on LSR material delivery equipment
• Retrieve and store materials in warehouse and calculate material discrepancies
• Accurately record process specifications into memory of LSR presses
• Identify appropriate resin for upcoming orders and prepare and stage for molding process
• Change out LSR “Bucket kits” in pumps as needed
• Fill, refill and install LSR cartridges on Injection molding machines as needed
• Clean and help organize work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization
• Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department
• Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance
• Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary
• Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid caregiver leave
• You will receive 3 weeks of PTO, plus Holiday Pay and Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
• And More!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees