Process Tech Injection Molding - 2nd Shift

CINOVA MEDICAL•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for molding plastic parts in accordance with company requirements and standards. This includes machine set-up, secondary equipment set-up and input process parameters. All associates are expected to perform all activities in a safe manner and to report any safety concerns or injuries immediately.

Requirements

Plastic Injection molding background with a minimum of three years of experience in plastics processing
A high level of ability to troubleshoot processing problems and make adjustments to make good parts is a requirement
Requires a strong background in hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems and controls
Ability to work independently and within a group using good judgment in decision making processes
Ability to give proper and accurate instructions as well as receiving input
Ability to multi-task, deliver and meet deadlines
Strong Mechanical Aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Effective oral and written communication with a wide variety of people
Understand and follow work rules
Reading, writing, and basic math functions, i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages
Must be fully trained and perform the following duties efficiently within IQMS: Task in and out, Verify the job has been downloaded, Enter start-up rejects, Production monitoring, Process Monitoring, Work Orders Monitoring, Production Scheduling Monitoring
Ability to read, write, understand and follow instructions in the English language.
Effective oral and written communication in the English language.
Forklift Certification
Lockout/Tagout Certification

Nice To Haves

Scientific molding experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Set-up the injection mold presses and install molds according to specifications
Read specifications and set machine controls, regulating prescribed molding temperature, volume of plastic, molding time and pressure
Provide input of injection molding process and equipment for the reduction of defects, overall process improvement and the reduction of downtime
Inspect and evaluate parts for quality
Communicate and translate what is happening from a molding standpoint to engineers and management
Monitor and troubleshoot molding process; observe equipment and materials in process to analyze and determine cause of malfunctions
Make adjustments to equipment to obtain desired results
Responsible for machine start-ups
First response to all machine, robot, thermolater and secondary equipment alarms
Ensure machines and robots are running at optimum efficiency
Responsible for the accurate completion of Process Verification
Troubleshoot machine, mold and material problems
Provide mold and fixture preventative maintenance
Store and document molds and fixtures
Change mold inserts (as equipment requires)
Change secondary equipment inserts and nesting
Diagnose (troubleshoot) secondary equipment problems
Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude with co-workers, employer, customers and suppliers
Uphold a strong desire to learn new and changing technologies
Perform activities in a safe manner
Must know and properly use all aspects of the company LOTO program for an authorized employee
Must possess a Cinova Medical issued forklift license.
Must understand and be competent in all aspects of QS 9001 and ISO 13485 as it relates to the injection molding process and production activities
Must have acceptable attendance record
Ability to train subordinate(s)
Must attend all mandatory company meetings and safety education sessions
Perform any other duties as assigned