Mold Technician IV - 1st Shift

SMC Ltd.•Somerset, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

SMC Ltd. is a global healthcare contract manufacturing partner serving the Medical Device, Diagnostics, Pharmaceutical, and Drug Delivery industries. With manufacturing locations across the United States, Costa Rica, India, and the United Kingdom, we help customers bring breakthrough healthcare products to market and scale them for commercial success. Our expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, including design and engineering, thermoplastic and medical micro molding, liquid silicone injection molding (LIM), fill finish, combination devices, complete device assembly, validation, packaging and labeling, supply chain management, quality systems, and program management. What sets SMC apart is our ability to combine world-class manufacturing capabilities with responsive, hands-on partnerships. Our teams work directly with customers to solve complex challenges, accelerate innovation, and deliver life-changing healthcare solutions to patients around the world. This role involves setting up, starting up, and troubleshooting IMM, Robot, Secondary equipment, and processes. The position also mentors and coaches Mold Tech Level One and Level Two. SMC welcomes applications from Mold Technician candidates at all experience levels—from recent graduates to seasoned professionals.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must have successfully completed all SMC Mold Tech Level One and Two Requirements.
Successful completion of RJG Fundamentals, Interpreting Graphs, Decoupled II Molding classes.
Minimum of 1-year experience in Thermoplastic/LSR machine set-up and completion of SMC set-up training program.
Knowledge of IQMS.
Knowledge of the material handling system.
Knowledge of molds and ability to clean them for production run.
Must be mechanically inclined and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to constant changes.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Some travel may be required.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

SMC Overhead Hoist certified.
SMC Pallet Jack certified.
SMC Lock Out, Tag Out certified.
Knowledge of IQMS.
Knowledge of the material handling system.
Knowledge of molds and ability to clean them for production run.

Responsibilities

Set up, start, and troubleshoot a variety of injection molding processes; molds, robots, dryers, mold heat/cool, and runner controllers and auxiliary equipment, interface with QA, and Tool Room as required.
Assure molds are inspected and properly treated (cleaning, moisture prevention) after product run; communicate mold problems and opportunities to tool room via Maintenance Repair Order (MRO).
Possess working knowledge of process monitoring equipment, i.e. RJG and Priamus brands.
Troubleshoot common production problems, identify root causes and recommend or implement solutions.
Acquire and Record Process Parameters in IQMS SPC format.
Maintain tour ready production floor
Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
Regular attendance.
Perform all requirements of Mold Tech Level One and Two job description.
Understand and verify proper mold protection settings based on Level 1 and 2 training.
Monitor the process, start up and shut down of assigned jobs. Follow schedule and maintain machines running at documented cycle.
Setup of secondary equipment, to include, but not limited to end mills, hot stamping, pad printing, etc.
Mentor and train Mold Technicians Level One and Two.
Other duties as assigned.