1st Shift Mold Tech

Amcor LLC; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with company match

Job summary

Amcor LLC in Muscatine, Iowa, is seeking a Mold Tech responsible for supervising production and maintaining quality standards. This role requires extensive knowledge of injection molding processes and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.

Key responsibilities include setting up machines, monitoring production schedules, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. The role also involves training other employees and closely coordinating with Maintenance and Quality Assurance departments.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of injection molding machinery and processes.
• Ability to maintain efficient production levels in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in identifying alpha/numeric product codes.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines for operation and monitor quality.
• Coordinate with QA and Maintenance on machine operations.
• Train employees and oversee production compliance.

Skills

Injection molding knowledge

Technical understanding of processes

Mechanical inspection techniques

Problem-solving

Job description

Position Summary

The Mold Tech will report to the Shift Supervisor and be responsible for ensuring production is operating and quality standards are maintained. The Mold Tech will lead by example, perform supervisory tasks such as designating packer/handlers and other team members to proper locations to meet production schedules. In performing these responsibilities, associates are to work safely, efficiently, and cooperatively in a manner that demonstrates team member involvement.

Key Functions & Responsibilities

• Set up machines for operation, change material and color to meet production schedules.
• Have a technical understanding of process and raw materials used.
• Keep supervisor/management informed of all problems.
• Start up machines and monitor quality at start up.
• Make appropriate adjustments to machines to maintain efficient production levels and document appropriately.
• Respond to QA Techs by adjusting machines to maintain appropriate sizes and standards.
• Oversee proper packaging procedures.
• Review production schedules and ensure machines are running production to meet customer demands.
• Respond to alarms and/or requests for assistance to correct machine malfunctions and/or Packer/Handler problems.
• Use proper Lockout/tagout procedures.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Departments concerning machine operations and malfunctions.
• Inspect scrap to prevent any usable product from being ground and record scrap numbers.
• Be able to do the packer/handler job to assist with relief breaks.
• Assist with Material Handling.
• Keep the floor stocked with materials required for production (fitments/handles/labels/tape, etc.).
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Responsible for ensuring quality and housekeeping standards are maintained.

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Cover for the supervisor in his absence.
• Train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; address complaints and resolve problems with supervisor.

Required Experience, Skills, & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of injection molding machinery and processes, including mold set‑ups, troubleshooting, and exposure to maintenance problems.
• Maintain efficient production levels in a fast‑paced environment.
• Be able to identify alpha/numeric product codes.
• Knowledge of mechanical inspection techniques and practices.

Preferred Experience, Skills, & Abilities

• Read and comprehend complex, detailed instructions and correspondence.
• Write simple correspondence.
• Apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions.
• Deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations.
• Perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Key Behavioral Traits for Success

• Commitment to Task: Take responsibility for actions and outcomes, persist despite obstacles, demonstrate dependability and sense of urgency.
• Communication: Clearly present information, read and interpret complex information, communicate with customers, listen well.
• Customer Focus: Demonstrate a high level of service delivery.
• Ethics/Social Behavior: Integrate legal, ethical, and social considerations into decisions and behaviors.
• Flexibility/Adaptability: Remain open‑minded and change opinions based on new information.
• Organization of Work / Attention to Detail: Arrange and prioritize activities, time, and allocation of resources to set realistic and measurable goals.
• Decision Making & Problem Solving: Act to solve problems using judgment, reasoning, and objective analysis.
• Professional / Job / Business Knowledge: Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of own job.
• Quality/CIP: Maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines.
• Teamwork / Networking: Work effectively with others within and outside the department.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Paid time off (starting at 40 hours per year for full‑time hourly employees, may vary by location).
• Company‑paid holidays (starting at 8 days per year, may vary by location).
• Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement (dependent upon approval).
• Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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