Process Technician (Plastic Injection Molding)

Gerresheimer•Peachtree City, GA

40d

About The Position

Systematic problem solving and optimization of all injection molding tasks (man, machine, method, environment, material) including the sustainable implementation of corrective measures in the event of repeated errors to ensure trouble-free production operations. Setting up and operating injection molding machines to produce plastic parts. Following all aspects of processing safety protocol. Changing out molds, completing setups, and repairing molds. Monitoring and preparing support equipment, such as dryers, color feeders, etc. Responsible for cleanliness of department and all processing equipment. Perform Mold cleaning and process documentation. Contribute to highly productive, efficient, and team-oriented work environment. Work with Team Leader on line clearance and 5S. Communicate effectively with production personnel, supervisors, and engineers to ensure quality. Maintain good documentation practices. Cooperation with internal production areas and other interfaces (e.g. injection molding, quality, TCC/SEC, PCU, etc.) Participation in FMEAs according to specifications Participation in machine and peripheral specifications Support of transfer projects according to specifications Internal contact person (e.g. for managers, customer service...) Depending on the project focus: Assumption of the PLP role in projects with TCC/SEC

Requirements

3+ years of hands-on experience in injection molding.
A working knowledge and experience with injection molding and ancillary equipment
A working knowledge of a wide range of thermoplastic materials and their properties
Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Familiarity with injection molding machines and robots
clean room working environment
12 hour shift work is required on a 2:2:3 basis

Responsibilities

Systematic problem solving and optimization of all injection molding tasks
Setting up and operating injection molding machines to produce plastic parts
Following all aspects of processing safety protocol
Changing out molds, completing setups, and repairing molds
Monitoring and preparing support equipment, such as dryers, color feeders, etc.
Responsible for cleanliness of department and all processing equipment
Perform Mold cleaning and process documentation
Contribute to highly productive, efficient, and team-oriented work environment
Work with Team Leader on line clearance and 5S
Communicate effectively with production personnel, supervisors, and engineers to ensure quality
Maintain good documentation practices
Cooperation with internal production areas and other interfaces
Participation in FMEAs according to specifications
Participation in machine and peripheral specifications
Support of transfer projects according to specifications
Internal contact person
Assumption of the PLP role in projects with TCC/SEC