Process Technician II

Cambro Manufacturing•Huntington Beach, CA

8d•$28 - $32

About The Position

The Process Technician II takes full ownership of processes in the injection molding department, particularly in their assigned area. The role focuses on maintaining optimum daily performance, run efficiency, and repeatability of injection department molds and machinery. The technician performs accurate and efficient mold setups and start-ups to maintain high machine output and utilization for the assigned cell. The position includes advanced troubleshooting, monitoring production quality and process conditions, conducting mold and material testing with supporting departments, documenting results, and recommending improvements. The Process Technician II also performs mold changeovers, leads group efforts to meet schedules, trains others on setup and startup procedures, provides technical support to other setup technicians, and helps improve safety, efficiency, and profitability. The role requires working the third shift and being available for overtime and possible schedule changes as business needs require. Compensation is $27.53–$32.00; salary may vary based on experience.

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 and 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 Injection Molding personnel and supporting departments to achieve 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 standardization is limited.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
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 setup technician levels.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including carrying or lifting up to 75 pounds.
Ability to drive cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment.
Ability to work around machinery; tolerate exposure to excessive noise, dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals; and work at heights.
Use required protective equipment, including safety glasses, utility gloves/cutting knives, leather-top slip-resistant shoes, steel-toe slip-resistant shoes, hardhat, hearing protection, and face covering in accordance with company policy.

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 setup.
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 abnormal processing-range issues and issues outside standard operating procedures.
Work with the Sr. Tech Supervisor, Engineering, Mold Shop, Scheduling, and Quality Control on mold and material testing; accurately document results and make recommendations.
Perform mold changeovers and lead group efforts to meet schedule requirements.
Train others on proper setup and startup procedures.
Assist with identifying, recommending, and implementing procedures that improve department safety, efficiency, and profitability.
Provide technical support to setup technicians to fine-tune jobs, maximize output, reduce cycles and part weights, and help improve profit margins.
Recognize and correct safety hazards.
Keep production areas clean and orderly.
Maintain reliable, consistent, punctual attendance to meet department and organizational needs.
Follow work-area safety procedures, wear PPE as needed, attend safety meetings, and report equipment or workplace safety hazards.
Work effectively as a team member, exchange feedback respectfully, take ownership and accountability, communicate work and project status, and contribute to solutions.
Follow department quality standards and raise concerns to the immediate manager.
Demonstrate Cambro’s company 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 other duties as needed or required.
Perform all aspects of material handler and setup positions.
Work overtime as needed and remain flexible regarding schedule changes to meet business needs.