3rd Shift Process Technician

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Monticello (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Safety footwear reimbursement

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY is seeking a Process Technician in Monticello, MN. You will ensure correct process parameters and quality control for each job, starting up injection molding machines and supporting continuous improvement.

Requires a High School diploma and at least 2 years in injection molding; hands-on with resins, strong technical and communication skills, plus basic math and computer use. A $2500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of injection molding processing experience or training.
• Understanding of resins, handling requirements and material identification.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational, communication, and basic math abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform start-up of injection molding machines per schedule.
• Respond to alarms on machines, robots, and auxiliaries.
• Cycle and adjust robots/pickers; manage end-of-arm tooling.
• Troubleshoot process and quality issues.
• Ensure mold cleaning schedules are followed; document changes.
• Collaborate with engineering for process improvements.
• Provide work direction to setup technicians and back-up as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Injection molding

Technical aptitude

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

• Location 200 Chelsea Road,Monticello, MN, 55362,United States
• Base Pay $25.00 - $32.00 / Hour
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

$2500 Sign on Bonus

Job Title:Process Technician

Overview:Responsible for production start-up of injection molding machines, ensuring process parameters for each job/work order are correct and quality control requirements are met.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Requires a minimum of 2 years injection molding processing experience and/or training

Demonstrate understanding of various plastic resins, including their properties, handling requirements, and proper identification to ensure correct material usage and maintain product quality.

Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Effective communication skills

Basic math and computer skills

Safety shoes are required for this position and are eligible for reimbursement per the Company’s Safety Footwear Reimbursement policy.

Employee must supply own hand tools when performing this position.

Responsibilities:

• Perform start-up of injection molding machines throughout shift, adhering to production schedule.
• Respond to machine, robot or auxiliary equipment alarms promptly
• Cycle and adjust robots/pickers as required while maintaining end-of-arm tooling.
• Troubleshoot process and quality issues.
• Ensure mold cleaning schedules are adhered to during the production shift.
• Document daily process changes, improvements, and update process documents when changes are made to ensure repeatability.
• Ensure cycle times and scrap rates are within identified range.
• Partner with engineering on continuous improvement of processes and equipment, including improved work flows, use of fixtures, auxiliary equipment and automation.
• Provide work direction to set-up technicians as needed.
• Serve as back-up set-up technician as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned

Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

LIFTING CATEGORY

Definitions:Infrequently – 1% to 33% of time

Frequently – 33% to 66% of time

Light LiftingLifts 20 lbs. infrequently

Lifts 10 lbs. or less, frequently

Medium LiftingLifts 50 lbs. infrequently

Lifts 20 lbs. or less, frequently

XHeavy LiftingLifts 100 lbs. infrequently

Lifts 50 lbs. or less, frequently

Very Heavy LiftingLifts in excess of 100 lbs. infrequently

Lifts 50-100 lbs. frequently

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

Weight: Enter the number describing the weight in pounds, of the heaviest item the employee is required to handle routinely.

Frequency: Using the percentages below, assess time involved (in a regular scheduled shift) of lifting these weights.

1 = None 2 = 1-9% 3 = 10-19% 4 = 20-33% 5 = 34-66% 6 = 67-100%

DescriptionWeightFrequencyComments

Above shoulder (63” to 30”)25#5

Desk to chair level (30” to 18”)50#4

Chair to floor level (18” to 0”)70#6

Other:

Carrying: 50#4

Pushing at height of 54” Barrel200#6Pallet Jack used

Pulling at height of 54” Barrel200#6Pallet Jack used

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequency: Using the percentages below, assess time involved (in a regular scheduled shift).

1 = None 2 = 1-9% 3 = 10-19% 4 = 20-33% 5 = 34-66% 6 = 67-100%

DescriptionFrequencyComments

Reaching overhead5

Climbing6

Standing5

Walking on even surfaces6

Running1

Repetitive Motions4

Twisting6

Kneeling3

Reaching Forward5

Firm Grasping5

Other Activities (specify):

ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENT

Frequency: Using the percentages below, assess time involved (in a regular scheduled shift):

1 = None 2 = 1-9% 3 = 10-19% 4 = 20-33% 5 = 34-66% 6 = 67-100%

DescriptionFrequencyComments

% Time in a vehicle1

EXPOSURES

Frequency: Using the percentages below, assess time involved (in a regular scheduled shift).

1 = None 2 = 1-9% 3 = 10-19% 4 = 20-33% 5 = 34-66% 6 = 67-100%

DescriptionFrequencyComments

Chemicals2Isopropyl Alcohol and mold release agents are the only chemicals used. Both are non-hazardous.

Gases1

Infectious Diseases1

Radiation1

Noise6Normal manufacturing floor noise. General noise level is safely below OSHA decibel thresholds.

Fumes6Normal off-gassing of plastic resin due to molding process, which is non-hazardous

Vibrations6Normal machine/equipment operational vibrations.

Dust6

Mechanical Hazards6Related to the machines/equipment

Electrical Hazards6Related to the machines/equipment

Hot6Temperature of heated resin and molded plastic of parts

Cold2Ice blaster is infrequently used, depending on the job. Proper PPE (i.e., gloves, hearing protection is used).

Humid3

Wet3Only if machine/equipment has leaked water or oil

Dry4Resin/material dryers emit small amount of dry air.