Process Technician III

Clayens US LLC•Seneca, SC

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for determining and implementing best manufacturing practices for current and future production related to set-up, start-up, processing, and maintenance of injection molding machines to satisfactorily accomplish quality and on-time delivery of products to customers. Adheres to all plant and OSHA safety policies and regulations.

Requirements

Ability to use basic hand tools; Allen, open end, and 12” pipe wrenches; ratchet and sockets; screwdrivers; pliers; lockable tool chest.
Ability to communicate information to other employees.
Ability to create new molding and machine parameters to produce quality products.
Ability to train new Mold Setters without assistance.
Ability to communicate the QA personnel to assure goal standards are met.
Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical mindset, reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills.
Good training and leadership skills; team oriented. Highly motivated.
Experience operating overhead cranes and riding forklifts.
Ability to set up and operate injection molding machines.
Flexibility to work overtime, including weekends.
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must possess fundamental understanding of processing to include: water, material, tool understanding (core, hot tips, and hydraulic cores, etc.)
Computer experience with Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
English language proficiency, to include verbal and written communication.
Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings
5+ years as process Technician 2 (or prior external experience).
Experience with setting up and fundamental understanding of processing to include: water, material, and tool understanding (cores, hot tips, and hydraulic cores).
High School Diploma or G.E.D preferred
Must be able to stand entire shift (8+ hrs.).
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push 200 lbs., stand, sit, bend, kneel, or reach throughout shift.
Dexterity of hand/eye coordination, especially when using the overhead crane and handling of tools, trim knives, molds, and material.
Moderate physical demand involving lifting and moving of materials and equipment.
Frequently moves from waist level to floor level.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the setup, programming, and processing of injection molding machines, robots, and related automation equipment.
Conducts start-up testing of mold operation and process parameters – Works with QA and Engineering departments for best processing parameters.
Regularly audits production processes, documentation, and machine parameters for standard and procedure conformity and continuous improvement in both quality and production output.
Systematically troubleshoots product, machine, mold, and robot non-compliance or malfunctions.
Ensures manufactured parts meet customer specifications through various precision measurement techniques, gauges, and thorough visual inspection.
Complies with ISO and internal quality procedural and documentation requirements.
Responsible for routine preventive maintenance of molding machines and other manufacturing equipment.
Provides technical support to engineers to ensure production goals.
Maintains a clean work area and utilizes safe working practices.
Responsible for overall cleanliness of machines and surrounding Cell work areas.
Monitors quality of parts throughout production run and provides support to quality inspectors in assessing part quality.
Works with QA and Engineering throughout first article inspections, prototypes and capabilities studies.
Other duties as assigned.