Molding Technician I - 1st Shift

Arthrex, Inc.•Ave Maria, FL

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Ensure all molds and molding equipment are kept in optimal operating conditions at all times to guarantee top quality output with minimal down time. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
3 years of industrial injection molding experience is required
Must know the machine controllers, different parts to injection molding machine, different tool types and their components. Must know tooling terminologies. Basic understanding in reading blue prints and using different measuring devices. Must know the machines auxiliary equipment and good working knowledge of robots. Strong knowledge in setting and pulling tools. Must have knowledge of scientific molding and process optimization. Basic knowledge of different types of materials and molding conditions.
Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above.
Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management.
Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.
Must be able to work process on injection molding machines.
The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. To bend frequently and lift 50-70 lbs on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

Medical molding device experience preferred

Responsibilities

Strong working knowledge in trouble shooting molding machines, and processes.
Notifies Supervisor and/or Mold Toolmaker if equipment is not operating properly.
Able to get information for different types of materials and molding conditions.
Responsible for all cold and restarts of the molding machines.
Make sure parts are to specification.
Make sure all PM's on the running machine is done for every shift.
Make sure all changes are documented.
Ensures work area, machine, tooling and parts are neat and organized.
Keep insert inventory up to date and notify supervisor when running low.
Complete Mold repair work order sheets are filled out when tool work is needed and notifying the supervisor.
Demonstrates the ability to work in a steady, professional manner with little or no supervision.
Ability to work in team environment.