2nd Shift Plastics Injection Mold Processor III - Experienced

FHLB Des Moines; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 29,825 - 49,194; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in plumbing is seeking an experienced Plastics Injection Mold Processor III for their Cleveland, OH facility. The role involves setting up molds, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience in plastic injection molding and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position offers competitive pay and the chance to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in plastic injection molding.
• Ability to setup injection molding equipment.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set-up molds and related equipment for production.
• Perform first piece inspections for quality assurance.
• Document all changes from LEAN activities.

Skills

Plastic injection molding processing knowledge

Troubleshooting ability

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tow motor

Scissor lift

Crane

Job description

2nd Shift Plastics Injection Mold Processor III - Experienced page is loaded## 2nd Shift Plastics Injection Mold Processor III - Experiencedlocations: Cleveland, OH (Manufacturing)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted 26 Days Agojob requisition id: R54064700 West 160th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 United States of AmericaSince 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world.-**Cleveland Manufacturing**Because our business is growing, we need to hire top talent. We're hoping you're that future team member!The Cleveland plant is an air-conditioned environment with a team atmosphere and a commitment to safety and quality!**Position Summary** The person in this role is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely set-up, processing improvements, and troubleshooting of plastic injection molds, tooling and equipment (including auxiliary equipment) operation while ensuring that safety, quality and productivity goals are achieved on a daily basis.**Position Responsibilities*** Set-up molds, related tooling and equipment according to daily production schedules; verify equipment is running at required cycle time within specs and quality level prior to releasing for production.* Ensure tools and material are returned to proper locations before leaving workstation.* Evaluate and advise Tool room or Maintenance of problems with tooling or equipment.* Perform first piece inspection and provide QA Tech part for approval after mold changeover.* Troubleshoot equipment processing problems related to product quality.* Complete all required production and quality assurance documentation.* Evaluate, recommend and execute continuous improvement suggestions to improve the operating efficiency as appropriate.* Follow all safety procedures in completion of job duties.* Verify all safety-related devices, machine guarding, signage, etc. are in place and functioning prior to releasing equipment for production.* Wear required PPE.* Participate in 6S events and sustain 6S standards through good housekeeping and execution of standard work including knowledge of lock out, tag out procedures.* Maximize the flow of communication for effective performance within the department and between shifts.* Utilize LEAN Thinking in formal and informal settings including participating in LEAN Events (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Projects, Just-Do-It), submitting Suggestions, attending LEAN Training, and improving work cell/areas of responsibility daily.* Use visual tools and display boards and update them as appropriate.* Document all changes resulting from LEAN activities.* Accept and embrace change necessary for continuous improvement.* Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers by willingness to take on additional responsibility and/or support.* Other duties as assigned.**Knowledge and Experience*** Three (3) to five (5) years of prior related work experience with plastic injection molding processing and equipment knowledge, set-up and maintenance.* Working knowledge/ability to setup injection molding equipment to achieve desired specification.* Equipment and mechanical aptitude to perform processing, mold and equipment troubleshooting.* Basic computer skills needed with solid understanding of equipment and mechanical aptitude.* Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail.* Ability to work in fast-paced environment and meet operational deadlines while training others.* Flexibility/dependability to meet demands of 24-hour ops. Weekend and/or evenings probable.* Knowledge of lockout/tagout, machine guarding and applicable OSHA/Oatey safety standards.* Experience in tool and die shop preferred.* Familiarity with operating tow motor, scissor lift or crane preferred.**Education and Certification*** High School Diploma or equivalentCompensation Range for the Position21.65 - 28.68 - 35.71 USD HourlyTarget Cash Profit Sharing for the Position5% of Base SalaryOffer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent#LI-ERICA