3rd Mold Setup Technician 078 RLCS

Automotive lighting products from I I Stanley•Battle Creek, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

I I Stanley Company, Inc., a supplier of automotive lighting products, is seeking a Molding Set-Up Technician to support continuous improvement and manufacturing processes. Under the direction of the Component Supply Supervisor, this role supports the production team in manufacturing molded components safely, without interruptions, and in accordance with company targets. The position is based in I I Stanley Manufacturing/Component Supply. The technician sets up plastic injection molding machines and maintains, modifies, and changes molds, robotic tooling, and machine and robotic programs while limiting machine downtime. The role also involves predictive and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting production issues, interpreting technical documents and drawings, and supporting manufacturing sections and continuous improvement. The role may require standing for extended periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, and vision abilities related to depth perception and color vision. Work often involves moving or mechanical parts and moderate noise in a factory environment. Travel, occasionally overnight, may be required. The position may require overtime on little or no notice and varied shifts. Full-time associates receive benefits effective on their first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off and holidays; training; relocation assistance for some positions; and a $1.50 hourly attendance incentive for associates who maintain good attendance. The work environment is fully air conditioned. I I Stanley states that it provides equal employment opportunities and values diversity.

Requirements

3–5 years of previous Molding Technician experience.
High school diploma or GED certification.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.
Vision abilities related to depth perception and color vision.
Ability to work overtime on little or no notice and varied shifts.
Ability to travel, occasionally overnight, when required to perform essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Yushin and Star robots.
Knowledge of Meiki, Toshiba, Ube, Van Dorn, Cincinnati, and/or Engel molding machines.

Responsibilities

Maintain, modify, and change injection machine molds, robotic tooling, injection mold machine programs, and robotic programs while limiting machine downtime.
Set up plastic injection molding machines.
Understand three- and six-axis robotic programming and modify positions as required.
Perform predictive and preventative maintenance.
Read and interpret documents and drawings, including electrical prints and hydraulic and pneumatic drawings.
Participate in troubleshooting and solving production-related problems, including machine breakdowns and scheduling problems.
Participate in the continuous improvement process and provide support to manufacturing sections.
Turn machine valves and dials to regulate pressure, temperature, speed, and feed rates, and to set cycle times.
Perform other duties, tasks, or projects at the direction of the immediate supervisor.