• Install plastic injection molds on the molding machine; make necessary connections of the electrical, hydraulic and cooling systems to the mold; insure that the correct plastic material, plastic melt temperatures, shot size, injection speed and pressures are set; and cycle the machine and adjust the molding parameters until acceptable parts are produced.
• Observe continuous operation of automatic machines to ensure that products meet specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions.
• Measure and visually inspect products for surface and dimension defects in order to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Correctly utilizing, storing, and performing maintenance of mold setting supplies according to procedures and work instructions.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required on Injection Mold Machines and secondary equipment according to training procedures.
• Assist with material handling duties as needed.
• Complete cleanup duties and return supplies to the proper location.
• Operate presses as needed.
• Serve as a member of a special project team or attend training sessions as required.
• Comply with safety guidelines, rules, regulations and procedures as well as maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Meet productivity standards; strive to increase productivity and able to meet goals pertaining to requirements.
• Interpret blueprint specifications, set-up documentation, control plans and manufacturing instructions and use various inspection equipment or gauges to verify product quality and plot statistical data as required; generally involving several part numbers at a time.
• Record operational data such as pressure readings, lengths of strokes, feed rates, and speeds.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Practical understanding of shop mathematics.
• Instruct other workers in machine set-up and operation.
• Operate overhead hoist/crane to position molds.
• Operator forklift to transport molds.
• Promote 6S mentality and push for strong housekeeping principles
Attendance is KEY for success
