2nd and 3rd Shift Process Technician

Georg Utz Holding AG•Edinburgh, IN

About The Position

A process technician is a multifunction role responsible for starting up and processing molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment; participating in sampling new equipment; and troubleshooting processes to maintain equipment function and product quality. The position includes three tiers, each building on the responsibilities of the prior tier to support training and development. Tier 1 focuses on tool installation and basic equipment knowledge. Tier 2 focuses on process fundamentals, advanced troubleshooting, production startup, and basic robot operation. Tier 3 focuses on process technology, samplings, new mold startup, and robot programming. Technicians may perform other duties as staffing and production demands change.

Requirements

Knowledge of safe equipment operation, including crane movements, machine safety, and electricity.
Ability to work as part of a team or independently on a project without constant supervision.
Understanding of fundamental injection molding processes, from pellets to finished parts.
Basic understanding of machine and robot sequence programming.
Basic understanding of mold tooling.
Understanding of water cooling and air supply systems.
Ability to perform the physical duties necessary to safely install molding equipment.

Responsibilities

Safely install molding equipment and follow directions from supervisors and management.
Assist with samplings, continuous improvement, and engineering projects.
Use hand tools and power tools to perform job functions.
Operate injection molding machine controls and prepare machines for production.
Set up robot positions and troubleshoot robot or machine sequence program issues.
Set up hot stamp machines, label applicators, in-mold labeling equipment, robot tooling, material dryers, blenders, color carts, vibratory welders, and cooling fixtures.
Perform quality checks and troubleshoot product process issues, including flash, burns, voids, and warping.
Troubleshoot auxiliary equipment, robot tooling, and molding components.
Perform minor mold tooling repairs, such as clearing flash, cleaning vents, and replacing fittings.
Perform minor machine and auxiliary equipment repairs, such as replacing fuses and cleaning strainers.
Perform line clearances and use purging compounds to clean the machine barrel and mold.
Start up and shut down presses, water cooling, and air supply systems.
Operate a forklift.
Perform other duties as staffing and production demands change.