Set-up Technician - Production and Validation

Omega Tool Corp.; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total benefits & pension package

Employee Assistance Program

Paid lunch

Rotational shifts

Job summary

Omega Tool Corp is seeking a Set-up Technician - Production & Validation to efficiently set up, adjust, and maintain injection molding machines. The role ensures smooth transitions between production runs and validations, adhering to ISO quality programs and safety policies.

Responsibilities include installation and removal of molds, machine set-up, EOAT adjustments, and basic robot programming, with a focus on minimizing downtime and supporting Plant 2 as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of arithmetic, geometry and their applications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the capability of recognizing and solving problems.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Must be able to adapt and welcome change in a positive manner.
• Capable of being certified to operate heavy equipment such as a forklift and crane (installing molds of up to100, 000 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Use a crane and all proper safety protocols to install and remove molds (up to 100,000 lbs.) according to the press schedule
• Perform the setup and changeover of injection molding machines for validation and production runs.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the part chute or conveyor belt after mold is in production
• Clean and protect the mold parting line, including cavity and core components, as well as lubrication of leader pins, bushings and other moving parts before mold removal
• Apply and remove spotting blue during validations
• Clean up after all mold installations and return mold to its proper location as necessary
• Communicate all mold/machine issues or damage to appropriate personnel before installing/removing mold
• Assist with basic robot programming
• Assist Process Technician with End of Arm Tooling (EOAT) building/adjustments and other duties as required
• Assist with shipping & receiving and production duties for Plant 2 as needed
• Assist with material handling duties such as loading and unloading materials from pallets, skids and lifting devices asrequired, following all safety protocols and procedures
• Monitor resin levels and complete lot tracking whenever material is brought to the press.

Skills

Arithmetic & geometry

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

People skills

Tool selection

Adaptability

Heavy equipment cert

Tools

Forklift

Crane

Job description

WE ARE HIRING!

Omega Tool Corp is the global leader in the engineering and manufacturing of plastics tooling. We offer solutions for complex tooling and plastic part challenges to world-class OEM and Tier 1 clients for over 40 years. As we continue to expand our footprint, we are recruiting top talent to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Set-up Technician - Production & Validation is responsiblefor the efficient and precise setup, adjustment and maintenance of injection molding machines. This role is crucial in ensuring a smooth transition between production runs and validations, minimizing downtime, and contributing to the overall success of our operations. This individual will comply with provincial and federal legislation, company and health & safety policies and ISO quality program and procedures

Job Details:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, Saturday's when required.
• Total comprehensive benefit and pension package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Lunch
• Rotational Shifts (Days, Afternoons)

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of arithmetic, geometry and their applications
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the capability of recognizing and solving problems
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Must be able to adapt and welcome change in a positive manner
• Capable of being certified to operate heavy equipment such as a forklift and crane (installing molds of up to100, 000 lbs)

Responsibilities:

• Use a crane and all proper safety protocols to install and remove molds (up to 100,000 lbs.) according to the press schedule
• Perform the setup and changeover of injection molding machines for validation and production runs.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the part chute or conveyor belt after mold is in production
• Clean and protect the mold parting line, including cavity and core components, as well as lubrication of leader pins, bushings and other moving parts before mold removal
• Apply and remove spotting blue during validations
• Clean up after all mold installations and return mold to its proper location as necessary
• Communicate all mold/machine issues or damage to appropriate personnel before installing/removing mold
• Assist with basic robot programming
• Assist Process Technician with End of Arm Tooling (EOAT) building/adjustments and other duties as required
• Assist with shipping & receiving and production duties for Plant 2 as needed
• Assist with material handling duties such as loading and unloading materials from pallets, skids and lifting devices asrequired, following all safety protocols and procedures
• Monitor resin levels and complete lot tracking whenever material is brought to the press.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to stand and or sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms and/or legs
• Must be able to lift heavy material (ex. up to 35 lbs.)
• Must be able to climb/ work at heights
• Exposure to noise
• Must be able to work all shifts
• Occasional overtime and travel may be required

Wage Range:

$20-22/hour + Afternoon Premium