Blow Mold Process Technician

Prysmian; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian in Rockwall, TX is seeking a Process Technician to set up and run molding and finishing equipment to meet daily production schedules and maintain product quality. Responsibilities include equipment changeovers, start-up/shut-down, recording process data, minor repairs, and ensuring safety, quality, and environmental standards in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will support process improvements with engineering and uphold 5S housekeeping and safe operation practices on the

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related molding plastics, processing, and maintenance experience.
• Ability to start up and shut down machines and understand basic machine functions.
• Good mechanical skills and basic data entry.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of material handling, molding, finishing, and assembly equipment.
• Responsible for mold change and machine adjustments; start-up and shut down of molding machines.
• Use a forklift to do mold changes and organize molds; fill out daily process records.
• Inspect machines hourly to ensure production of acceptable quality parts and prevent scrap.
• Identify and resolve issues related to equipment, processes, and materials to maximize quality and efficiency.

Skills

Mold plastics processing

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

English language

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Molding machines

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Process Technician is directly responsible for setup and the correct processing of all machines and equipment to ensure the daily production schedule and productivity. Also responsible for preventative maintenance and providing support to direct manufacturing activities to ensure that quality parts are always produced effectively and safely.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Set up and operate a variety of material handling, molding, finishing, and assembly equipment

Examples: mold setup, or cutter adjustments:

• Responsible for mold change and machine adjustments
• Start-up and shut down of the molding machines
• Use a forklift to do mold changes and organize molds
• Responsible for filling out the daily process records necessary to control and maintain machine running conditions
• Conduct minor repairs and change inserts, as necessary
• Responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of high-volume molding machines
• Monitor production quantities for color change, mold change and product completions
• Execute all activities within the scope of approved procedures and set priorities necessary to accomplish predetermined goals based on production needs
• Monitor scrap being produced from the process and effect changes needed to eliminate the root cause of scrap
• Maintain acceptable level of housekeeping by 5S standards in the assigned work area
• Promote, attain, and maintain safety, quality, and environmental awareness and requirements in the area of responsibility
• Identify and resolve issues in the assigned working area related to equipment, machines, personnel, process, training, and materials, which conflict in obtaining maximum quality of production and efficiencies
• Provide recommendations to engineering about process improvement opportunities for processes, practices, equipment, performance, and efficiency of operations
• Inspect machines hourly in the assigned working area to ensure production of acceptable quality parts to prevent mass production of defective or unacceptable parts (scrap)
• Accurately report daily shift performance, which includes but is not limited to safety, quality, labor hours, production tickets, scrap, and first part approvals
• Must be able to troubleshoot support equipment (grinders, blenders, hopper loaders, and chillers
• Inform Production Lead, where necessary, of all events affecting the flow of production
• Communicate with incoming team members with respect to shift performance and scrap
• Take action to promptly correct or remove all workplace hazards
• Duties assigned by management

ABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules
• Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• ISO sections pertaining to the position
• Problem solving/analysis
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and complex mechanical equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 1 year of related molding plastics, processing, and maintenance experience
• Experience in machine start-up and shutdown. Knowledge of basic machine functions
• Basic data entry
• Good mechanical skills
• Knowledge of Material Handling systems
• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• Must be able to speak, read/comprehend, and write in English

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Use of hands for handling, grasping, and manipulating materials and tools
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures