Process Technician II

Cambro Manufacturing•Mebane, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Technician II takes ownership of processes in the injection molding department, particularly in their assigned area. The role focuses on maintaining daily performance, run efficiency, and repeatability for injection department molds and machinery. The technician performs accurate and efficient mold set-ups and start-ups to maintain machine output and utilization for the assigned cell. The position includes responsibilities across set-up, processing, troubleshooting, testing, team support, and safety. The technician works with the Sr. Tech Supervisor and supporting departments to test molds and materials, document results, and make recommendations. They also help lead mold changeovers, train others, and contribute to improvements in safety, efficiency, and profitability. The role is based at a temperature-controlled North Carolina facility. It requires flexibility to work overtime and accommodate possible schedule changes to meet business needs. Physical duties include carrying or lifting up to 75 pounds and working around machinery, noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, and heights. Required protective equipment includes safety glasses, gloves, slip-resistant shoes, a hardhat, hearing protection, and a face covering as required by company policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or three to four years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated advanced processing and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to quickly identify and resolve root causes of processing or quality issues.
Ability to develop, optimize, and document run parameters for new or existing department molds, materials, auxiliary equipment, and secondary equipment.
Ability to coordinate activities with personnel in the Injection Molding department and supporting departments to accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to solve practical processing problems where limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Excellent knowledge of injection molding processes, materials, molds, and machinery.
Demonstrated ability to lead a group toward a predetermined goal.
Knowledge and ability to perform all aspects of utility, material handler, and all set-up technician levels.
Ability to work overtime and accommodate possible schedule changes.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including carrying or lifting up to 75 pounds and performing the listed movements and equipment-related tasks.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Previous mechanical, electrical, or hydraulics training or experience.
Scientific Injection Molding training.
Paulson Practical Injection Molding (Advance) training.

Responsibilities

Perform all Set-Up Tech I and Set-Up Tech II responsibilities, including mold preparation, removal and installation, and robot and secondary equipment set-up.
Maintain maximum machinery utilization and uptime in the assigned area.
Monitor running jobs daily for compliance with department standards for part quality, cycle time, and part weight.
Troubleshoot and resolve processing-range issues that are abnormal or outside standard operating procedures.
Work with the Sr. Tech Supervisor, Engineering, Mold Shop, Scheduling, and Quality Control departments on mold and material testing; document test results and make recommendations.
Perform mold changeovers and lead group efforts to meet schedule requirements.
Train others in proper set-up and start-up procedures.
Help identify, recommend, and implement procedures to improve department safety, efficiency, and profitability.
Provide technical support to other set-up technicians to fine-tune jobs, maximize output, reduce cycles and part weights, and support department profit margins.
Identify and correct safety hazards; follow safety procedures, use PPE as needed, attend safety meetings, and report equipment or workplace hazards.
Keep production areas clean and orderly.
Maintain reliable, punctual, and dependable attendance.
Perform essential duties satisfactorily and complete other duties as needed or required.
Work effectively as a team member, give and receive feedback respectfully, take ownership and accountability, and communicate work or project status.
Follow department quality standards and raise concerns to the immediate manager.
Understand and demonstrate Cambro's culture and core values of Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service.
Understand department key performance indicators and contribute to achieving them individually and as a team.
Perform all aspects of material handler and set-up positions.
Work overtime as needed and remain flexible regarding possible schedule changes.