Process Technician

All Plastics•Kerrville, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Technician is responsible for ensuring proper job setups and achieving optimal production efficiency. This role involves educating and training setup personnel, performing mold sampling for new customers, and communicating any arising issues with the tool room and maintenance personnel. The Process Technician has the authority to initiate actions to improve setup times, reduce labor, identify factors limiting cycle times and productivity, and verify proper setup procedures are followed, all within established company policies and sound business judgment.

Requirements

High School Diploma
3 to 5 years of experience
Excellent processing or plastic skills (various types)
Knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, and pneumatic systems that make molds function
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Peripheral vision and depth perception required to operate machinery and use the forklift
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Ability to multi-task and maintain composure in a sometimes hectic environment

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in Plastic Engineering

Responsibilities

Maintain 6S principles: be neat, clean, and organized.
Discard purged material in the trash.
Put away tools and equipment when a job is complete.
Ensure machine-run parts are not left on the floor or under the machine.
Record all start-up scrap into IQMS.
Record all process changes in the process change log, including changes due to mold changes, weekend shutdowns, lack of operators, mold cleaning, machine maintenance, end of order, hot runner temperature changes, and any machine controller adjustments.
Verify completion of setup for production to start.
Communicate with and assist setup and cleanup personnel.
Troubleshoot the molding process and record all changes made on the process change log sheet.
Sample and fill out sample requests for new jobs.
Follow quality plans.
Train setup personnel.
Communicate with maintenance and tool room when problems occur.
Set up robots and sprue pickers when needed.
Verify best cycle time is obtained.
Follow production schedules.
Shut down and start up machines when required.
Verify proper drop chutes are utilized and parts are not falling behind the machine.
Communicate any automation possibilities with Engineering and Production.
Fill out MCARs when a tool problem is noticed.
Provide start-up shots to quality for approval before production starts.
Develop workmanship standards that are clearly understood and attainable.
Meet regularly with key personnel to ensure proper information flow and adherence to goals.
Assist key personnel in resolving problem areas.
Prepare reports requested by the Production Manager accurately and timely.
Maintain and promote a safe and hazard-free work environment, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
Maintain a cooperative working relationship with all company employees, customers, contractors, owners, and suppliers.
Maintain involvement in kaizen events associated with improved plant efficiencies.
Perform any other various duties as assigned.