2nd Shift Process Technician – Mold & Injection Systems

at OLDCASTLE INFRASTRUCTURE, INC. in; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldcastle Infrastructure is seeking a Process Technician for 2nd Shift (Construction) in Poteau, OK. You will ensure maximum uptime of production molding machines by diagnosing quality issues and implementing adjustments to meet customer specs.

Responsibilities include starting molding machines, troubleshooting bottlenecks, recording adjustments, coordinating material changes, and supporting the on-shift supervisor to optimize cycle times and overall production performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in mold changes, hydraulics, electrical, and an understanding of polymers and resins.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting using root cause analysis.
• Familiar with Decoupled Molding and open/close loop process controls.
• Good interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally.
• At least 5 years of experience in plastics processing.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Initiates the start of molding machines and ensures proper functionality to support the on-time completion of production targets.
• Troubleshoots molding machine malfunctions or bottlenecks that can be corrected by material changes or process adjustments.
• Records the details of machine malfunctions and the appropriate adjustments as required.
• Communicates and verifies necessary raw material adjustments to material handlers to improve production efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducts test runs of process or machine adjustments to ensure proper machine functionality and alignment with quality standards.
• Routinely changes machine inserts to customize product wording or labeling in accordance with customer specifications.
• Notifies a Maintenance Technician of a machine electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic issue or problems that may require a fabricated solution.
• Identifies parts or machines that need new parts or need to be replaced and places orders as necessary.
• Assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies under the guidance of a technical Manager.
• Performs routine analyses and calculations, and recommends changes in equipment, products or test methods.
• Assists the on-shift supervisor with assigning operators to machines and provides direction to Machine Operator as to machine cycle time and operating multiple machines at a time.
• Assists Material Handlers with troubleshooting material issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Root cause analysis

Physical strength

Job description

Oldcastle Infrastructure is seeking a Process Technician for 2nd Shift (Construction) in Poteau, OK. You will ensure maximum uptime of production molding machines by diagnosing quality issues and implementing adjustments to meet customer specs.

Responsibilities include starting molding machines, troubleshooting bottlenecks, recording adjustments, coordinating material changes, and supporting the on-shift supervisor to optimize cycle times and overall production performance.