Part-Time Mold Technician - Weekends PM

ITW • Hebron, CT

7d • $21 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time role focused on setting up and maintaining injection molding machines, ensuring quality production, and performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting. The technician will be responsible for clearing production lines, cleaning molds, performing repairs, and collaborating with other team members and leaders to ensure smooth operations. The role also involves accurate record-keeping, adherence to safety guidelines, and training new technicians. The work environment is a climate-controlled medical device assembly room.

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.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication both written and verbal skills.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude and ability to adapt and learn.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• Familiarity with robots.
• Understanding of OSHA requirements (i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Forklift).

Responsibilities

• Sets up injection molding machines, ensuring correct parameters are set for the specific part being molded.
• Sets molds, dies, etc., to conform to scheduled requirements, leaving the workstation clean and organized with quality parts.
• 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.
• Troubleshoots and solves minor molding process conditions (short shots, flash, burns, etc.) to ensure quality and prevent non-conformance.
• Sets up and operates molding machinery and support equipment.
• Adjusts, maintains, and troubleshoots automated equipment to maximize utilization.
• Works closely with setup technicians and operators to ensure proper operation of equipment.
• Collaborates 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.
• Follows setup sheets, records any changes made, and provides suggestions to Process Engineers.
• Trains new/current technicians to increase machine knowledge.
• Ensures good housekeeping and organization of the production floor.
• Follows all safety guidelines.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contribution.
• Company Paid Time off Programs (including Company Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation Time) for employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours/week.
• Overtime compensation.
• Shift premium compensation.

What This Job Offers

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