1st Shift: Sr. Molding Set-Up Technician

Greif•Carol Stream, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The set-up technician will be responsible for setting up and removing molds including auxiliary equipment for injection molding machines ranging in a variety of sizes from 50 ton to 800 tons. This is a 1st Shift position, working from 6am-2:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma (or equivalent)
2-3 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of plastic machinery and the production process.
Strong technical skills.
Ability to solve problems.
Good Inter-personal skills
Detail Oriented.
Time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Technical School preferred.
3-5 years preferred with setting molds.
Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatics helpful.

Responsibilities

Set up pull molds (knowledge of setting up hydraulic cores)
Set up auxiliary equipment (temperature control units, hot runner controllers, etc.)
Help with starting machines and answering alarms.
Assist with color changes.
Be capable of operating all equipment/gages and relieving machine operators during breaks and lunches.
Incorporate and maintain safety observances, including, but not limited to, use of all PPE by employees, ensure guards, follow lockout tagout program and safety features are in place and working daily; maintain and display good safety practices and habits daily.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
Follow safety regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.