IBM Mold Set Up Technician B

Amcor • Cranbury, NJ

3d • $25 - $35

About The Position

The Mold Set Up Technician performs and adjusts complete mold setups on IBM machines and assists with first-article setups, including machine and conveyor operations. The position also performs bottle setup for conveying and flaming systems, supports mold preventive maintenance and cleaning, and helps keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and following manufacturer instructions and established procedures. The technician sets up and operates machine SPC hookups, performs mold preventive maintenance to improve efficiency and reduce blocked cavities, and supports the team, safety policies, and GMPs. Other duties may be assigned.

The role requires general mechanical ability, effective communication and comprehension, logical troubleshooting, and the ability to work collaboratively and respond appropriately in emergencies. Work is performed around hot plastic, open flames, machinery, noise, and potentially exposed substances, with required personal protective equipment. The schedule requires the ability to work 12-hour days and overtime on short notice. The position reports to the Process Engineering Supervisor.

Requirements

• General mechanical ability or equivalent on-the-job training.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to remember department and company policies and procedures and recall multiple operations.
• Ability to use logical reasoning to resolve problems, troubleshoot, interpret, and carry out instructions.
• Interpersonal skills to work positively with others in a team environment.
• Ability to respond calmly in emergency situations and direct matters to the appropriate person.
• Ability to use the equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Ability to take ownership of departmental responsibilities and support the quality system process.
• Effective speaking, reading, and writing skills; good comprehension of work-related instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the tools required to perform job functions.
• Ability to work 12 hours per day and overtime on very short notice.
• Ability to work safely near open flames, hot plastic, oil, and metal at approximately 450–480 degrees, with possible exposure to dust and odors from oil, molten plastics, degreasers, and cleaning solvents.
• Ability to work in noise levels usually at or above 90 dB and wear ear protection.
• Ability to work around sharp machinery edges and moving machine components.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment: rubber-soled/steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, and forearm sleeves.
• Ability to lift 10–50 pounds occasionally; carry approximately 50 pounds for 100 feet twice daily on average; and push or pull a 1,000-pound mold into position on a machine table.
• Ability to stand an average of 10 hours per day.
• Ability to detect visual defects in bottles and distinguish color shades.
• Ability to hear and recognize sounds such as emergency machine shutdown alarms.
• Ability to bend and twist at a 90-degree angle for about 50% of the workday.
• Ability to read and understand all work procedures and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform and adjust complete mold setups on any IBM machine.
• Assist with first-article setups, including machine and conveyor operations.
• Assist in the mold shop with mold preventive maintenance and mold cleaning.
• Perform bottle setup of conveying and flaming systems on any IBM machine.
• Coordinate maintenance and follow manufacturer instructions and established procedures to keep equipment operational.
• Ensure proper setup and operation of machine SPC hookups.
• Contribute to the team effort.
• Perform preventive maintenance on molds in machines to increase efficiency and reduce blocked cavities.
• Support and adhere to company safety policies and GMPs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid time off starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees; may vary by location.
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year; may vary by location.
• Wellbeing programs and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, dependent upon approval.
• Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent upon hire date.

What This Job Offers

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