Process Technician IV

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking a skilled Process Technician for injection molding operations. The role involves maintaining machines, ensuring quality production, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical aptitude and relevant experience in injection molding. This position requires adherence to safety standards and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join us to contribute to high-quality manufacturing processes!

Qualifications

• 4+ years Injection Molding experience required.
• Successful completion of Forklift certification and LOTO training.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of injection molding machines for quality production.
• Applies injection molding principles to troubleshoot operations.
• Collaborates with production management and other teams.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Problem Solving

Leadership

Analytical Mindset

Team Oriented

Technical Knowledge

Computer Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Windows

Excel

Word

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Summary:

Responsible for determining and implementing best manufacturing practices for current and future production related to set-up, start-up, processing, and maintenance of injection molding machines to satisfactorily accomplish quality and on-time delivered products to customers. Adheres to all plant and OSHA safety policies and regulations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May act as back-up Supervisor or Team Lead as Required and Directed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of injection molding machines to satisfactorily accomplish quality and on-time delivered products to customers.
• Complete Set-up and start-up of injected molding machines.
• Applies injection molding principles and molding theories to troubleshoot and process molding operations.
• Performs mold and changes on injection machines.
• Works with Material Handlers and Machine Operators to make sure raw materials within the work cell are readily available.
• Monitors machine operation for compliance to all ISO, health, safety, quality, and efficiency standards; analyze and lead continuous improvements.
• Works with production management to review and organize production activities.
• Collaborates with Tool Room, Quality, Maintenance and Engineering teams to identify and resolve equipment and quality problems within molding cell.
• Evaluates scrap reduction techniques within work cell.
• Monitors and documents daily process conditions; logging changes and drafting detailed mold repair work information form sheets
• Ensures safety, cleanliness, and organization of work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical mindset, reasoning abilities and problem solving skills.
• Good training and leadership skills; team oriented.
• Ability to train all new Process Tech's without assistance.
• Ability to do all assigned TPM's, mold clearing, and all paperwork.
• Ability to take direction and escalate problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to follow a schedule and adhere to safety as well as quality standards.
• Ability to use mold heaters/DME units.
• Technical knowledge of thermolators, and watering on molds.
• Knowledge and understanding of robot and EOAT starts and stops.
• Completion of "Fundamentals of Injection Molding" Paulson Training.
• Successful completion of “Technology of Injection Molding – Level 3 Module with Skill Builder Simulation” Paulson Training.
• Successful completion of “Implementing Decoupled Molding” Paulson Training.
• Successful completion of Forklift certification.
• Successful completion of LOTO training.
• Highly motivated.
• Proficiency in Scientific or Decoupled Molding.
• Forklift certification required (or ability to attain certification upon employment)
• Computer proficiency with Windows, Excel, Word.
• Ability to read and write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED .
• 4+ years Injection Molding experience required; strong molding and processing skills.
• Previous experience in Mold Setter II role (or combination with external experience).
• Experience with injection molding machines. Experience with setting up and fundamental understanding of processing to include: water, material, tool understanding (cores, hot tips, and hydraulic cores, etc.).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand entire shift (8+ hrs.).
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity.
• Moderate physical demand involving lifting and moving of materials and equipment.
• Frequently moves from waist level to floor level.

11:15pm-8am -3rd Shift