Injection Mold Process Technician

EcoWater Systems LLC; Ripley (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

EcoWater Systems LLC in Ripley, MS, is hiring a Process Technician to start up injection molding presses, perform tooling changes, and ensure products meet quality standards. You will troubleshoot machines, assist the Process Engineer, and help train teammates in molding operations.

The role emphasizes safe, clean, and efficient production, 5S practices, and maintaining accurate process data and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience with injection molding and mold setups.
• Ability to train other Process Techs and operators.
• Commitment to 5S and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Start up jobs on the press and instruct operators.
• Work alone or in groups and manage time efficiently.
• Install and set up molds to ensure on-time start-up.
• Relieve operators during breaks when needed.
• Maintain equipment with basic PM and inspections.
• Assist in developing standard setup procedures.
• Set up machines and adjust for quality molded products.
• Track parts produced, scrap, and regrind.
• Record data in process books and complete SPC charts.
• Maintain 5S standards and keep work area clean.

Skills

Ethics

Organizational Support

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Quality

Quantity

Safety and Security

Job description

EcoWater Systems LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

General Overview

The Process Technician is responsible for machine startups, possible tooling changes/setups, and assuring that parts are made to quality standards. There will be troubleshooting of the individual machine and molding processes, some maintenance and minor repairs of the molds, possible setup of tooling/molds base on changes as applicable to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient production environment, resulting in finished products that adheres to the quality standards of EcoWater Ripley, MS. The Process Technician is seen as the main troubleshooter of press problems on the shift with an understanding of all facets of the operation of molding and the capabilities to lead and train other employees in the functions of their respective positions in molding.

Overall Responsibilities

The list below highlights the essential job responsibilities but is not exhaustive.

• Starts up jobs on the press and instructs the operator in the methods and procedures required for quality-oriented operation and production.


• Must be able to work alone and in groups and use time wisely.


• May be required to perform mold installations and setup to assure the machines can start up on time to keep production flowing.


• When not performing the regular process tech role, may be required to relieve the operator for breaks, and or if the team is shorthanded.


• Maintains the equipment in good daily operating condition by performing minor PM and machine inspections.


• Assists the Process Engineer and or supervisor in developing and preparing standard set-up procedures and machine settings for the operation.


• Sets up the injection molding machine, plus additional support equipment for the operation, and makes critical adjustments for a quality molded product.


• Changes over molds in injection molding machines and material hoppers.


• Maintains machine conditions and makes adjustments to assure quality operations are maintained.


• Sets up and operates other equipment in the area for preparing or finishing injection molded products.


• May assist the Material Handler in the mixing and prep of needed materials to assure that materials are ready and on the press at startup.


• Responsible for maintaining accurate and timely data recorded in process books.


• Completes statistical process control charts and related quality documentation.


• Completes visual inspection of parts for quality requirements according to work instructions.


• Responsible for tracking parts produced, scrap, and regrind during setup and startup of the jobs.


• Notifies the supervisor of any faulty equipment or mechanical conditions, keeps the work area clean and orderly; and maintains equipment and tools in good working order to 5S standards.


• Required to train other Process Techs, operators, and support personnel as needed.

Qualifications, Skills, Competencies

• Ethics - Treats people with respect.


• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.


• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.


• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.


• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.


• Quantity - Completes work in a timely manner and uses time wisely.


• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.


• May be exposed to plastic resin odors as a byproduct of the manufacturing process.


• Routinely exposed to machine oils and lubricants commonly found in injection molding and equipment.


• The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment and follow all safety guidelines and standards.


• Some exposure to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, odors, and heat or cold.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• This position will need to stand, bend, squat, kneel, crawl & reach. This position requires consistent use of arm(s), wrist, elbow with repeated squeezing and grasping. Will be required to lift up to 40 pounds.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.