MOLDING SPECIALIST

Becton Dickinson; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 250.000 - 450.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

BD is seeking a maintenance and technical support professional to sustain injection molding operations in manufacturing. You will diagnose, repair, and validate equipment, implement SMED and tool changes, and document maintenance activities across run sheets and PM tasks.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, waste reduction, and collaboration with engineering teams. A technical degree and 2–5 years in plastics/automation are preferred, with safety and environmental compliance expectations.

Formación

• Completed technical degree in Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Electronics, or related fields.
• University-level studies in related Engineering disciplines are a plus (incomplete or completed).
• 2–5 years of experience in maintenance, operation, or technical support in injection molding or plastics processing.
• Ability to interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams.
• Experience diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues.
• Prefer experience in validations, FAT, SMED, and Lean Manufacturing.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct technical support to manufacturing, quality, and engineering operations.
• Diagnose and resolve failures in injection molding machines and equipment (PLCs, vision systems, robots).
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on molds and machinery.
• Configure tooling, perform SMED changes, and ensure process parameter compliance.
• Document run sheets, spare parts lists, and PM records.
• Assist installation of new machinery and manufacturing processes (automation).
• Support validations, FAT with suppliers, and equipment testing.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and waste reduction.
• Analyze time and motion to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Train operators and Molding Spec.s on usage and safety.
• Ensure safety, quality, and environmental compliance, including RCRA.
• Coordinate with engineering and suppliers for mold and tooling repair or upgrades.

Conocimientos

Maintenance experience

Injection molding

Lean Manufacturing

SMED

Troubleshooting

Electrical diagrams

Pneumatic diagrams

Hydraulic diagrams

Operator training

Educación

Technical degree in Electromechanics/Mechatronics/Electronics

Engineering studies (incomplete/completed)

Herramientas

PLC programming

Mold maintenance tooling

Industrial equipment maintenance

Descripción del empleo

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide direct technical support to manufacturing, quality, and engineering operations, including equipment setup, adjustment, and process validation.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or process-related failures in injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment (PLCs, vision systems, thermoregulators, robots, etc.).
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on molds, machinery, and auxiliary equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Configure tooling, perform quick model changes (SMED), and ensure compliance with process parameters.
• Document process adjustments and keep technical records updated (run sheets, spare parts lists, PM).
• Participate in the installation of new machinery and equipment, as well as the implementation of new manufacturing processes (automation, semi-automation).
• Support process validations, FAT with suppliers, and testing of equipment, methods, and accessories.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and waste elimination.
• Analyze time and motion, and propose actions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams for technical troubleshooting.
• Train operators and Molding Spec.s on proper equipment and process usage.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and environmental regulations (including RCRA).
• Coordinate with engineering, supervisors, and suppliers for mold and tooling repair, design, or improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, aligned with the strategic business priorities.

Requirements

• Completed technical degree or TSU in Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Electronics, Electricity, Plastics, Industrial Maintenance, or related fields.
• Preferred, University-level studies (incomplete or completed) in related Engineering disciplines.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in maintenance, operation, or technical support in injection molding, automated manufacturing, or plastics processing.
• Knowledge in interpreting electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams.
• Experience in diagnosing and solving mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues.
• Preferred experience in validations, FAT, SMED, and Lean Manufacturing principles.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues.
• Ability to interpret electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical diagrams.
• Experience in injection molding processes, mold changes, material handling, and machine operation.
• Familiarity with scientific molding, Kaizen, 5S, and Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Ability to introduce new methods, tools, fixtures, and equipment on the production floor.
• Basic PLC programming and knowledge of electrical installations.
• Proficiency with measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators, and comparators.
• Familiarity with workshop machinery (lathes, milling machines, grinders).
• Preferred experience with crane and forklift operation.