Process Technician

Seeking to hire a Process Technician for a Direct Hire opportunity in Sauk Village, IL.

The Process Technician is a hands-on position responsible for the day-to-day operation of one or more molding machines within the Injection Molding department. In this role, the successful candidate will install/remove, set up, and process injection molding tooling and IML automation. Recent experience in thin-wall injection molding is required. Experience in in-mold-labeling and robotic part removal and handling is strongly preferred. Additional responsibilities include mold assembly and disassembly and as well as performing scheduled quality checks throughout their assigned shift.

Responsibilities:

·       Understands, follows, and enforces all established safety, health, and quality GMP and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.

·       Mold changes and setup of IML automation and downstream automation.

·       Molding machine startups.

·       Troubleshooting of nonconforming parts.

·       Ability to diagnose and resolve basic molding, automation, and process issues.

·       Performs IML automation setup, startup, and processing including required label changes.

·       Assist in the assembly and disassembly of tooling as required.

·       Participate in tooling, resin, and colorant sampling.

·       Assists Process Manager in the evaluation of new mold and automation start-ups.

·       Assists the Process Manager in the review of production-related activities including but not limited to Scrap, cycle times, IML, and parts handling automation.

·       Assist material handler as needed to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing.

·       Performs daily quality checks required throughout the shift.

·       Promote a continuous improvement culture.

·       May be responsible for special projects related to other functional areas.

·       Requires standing, repeated reaching and twisting, and hand movement throughout the entire shift.

·       Working independently. Give daily breaks to the department staff as required.

·       Overtime is required based on the needs of the company.

·       Must be competent to carry out food packaging safety and quality responsibilities.

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Job Requirements

·       High School Diploma or GED.

·       Minimum of 5 years of injection molding processing experience with high-speed equipment.

·       Minimum of 2 years in the manufacture of thin-wall packaging.

·       Thorough knowledge of mold setup and startup is required.

·       Understanding of injection tooling components including hot runner molds.

·       Processing experience of thin wall food package preferred.

·       In-Mold Labeling experience including setup and startup a plus.

·       Stack mold installation and setup experience preferred.

·       Excellent oral and written communication skills.

·       Experience with robotic automation and in-mold-labeling is a plus. 

Job Benefits

·       Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

·       401K

·       Life Insurance coverage

·       FSA

·       Paid overtime.