Injection Molding Process Tech - Robotics & Optimization

Flex-N-Gate; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate in Michigan is seeking a Process Technician to set up and maintain process controls on presses, molds and equipment per customer specs. You will troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance while coordinating manufacturing activities to ensure quality and efficiency.

Ideal candidates possess strong problem solving, ability to work afternoons or nights, experience in injection molding, robotics, and data-driven improvements, and will write technical reports, monitor

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read, write and speak English effectively.
• Basic math skills.
• Proficient with Excel, Microsoft Word; AS400 experience.
• Safety and environmental training.
• Prior experience in injection molding or manufacturing.
• Able to work afternoons or night shift.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving with prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Optimize machine processes by reducing scrap, cycle times and mold change times.
• Assist launches of new programs by building a new process to ensure quality parts; attend launch meetings as needed.
• Maintain injection process control using data and a systematic approach to optimization.
• Set up molds using efficient mold change systems and robotics.
• Oversee in-house tooling and material evaluations for optimum performance.
• Describe system, components, and malfunctions by writing technical reports.
• Set up injection molds and perform start-up and shut-down of molding systems.
• Verify systems performance by testing equipment.
• Ensure operation through preventive maintenance and repairs; evaluate new equipment and techniques.
• Set up and maintain process controls of presses, molds and equipment.
• Experienced with robotics and programming, end-of-arm tooling; develop/modify robot programs to handle parts without damage.
• Knowledge of TPO's/ABS/Nylons/PC's.
• Monitor production for accuracy and efficiency; work with quality inspectors to ensure part quality.
• Make minor electrical and mechanical repairs; notify supervisors for major service.
• Provide ownership/analysis of injection molding process for defect reduction and downtime reduction.
• Compile, store and receive production data; complete paperwork.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
• Advise on improvements in tracking/reporting procedures.
• Must have experience with hot runners/valve gate sequencing/gas assist/insert molding.
• Promote safety by abiding to related policies and procedures.

Skills

Time Management

Creative & Innovative Thinking

Problem Solving

Accountability & Dependability

Research & Analysis

Decision Making & Judgement

Ethics & Integrity

Planning & Organizing

Mathematical Reasoning

Communication

Customer Focus

Energy and Stress

Team Work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS400

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Flex-N-Gate in Michigan is seeking a Process Technician to set up and maintain process controls on presses, molds and equipment per customer specs. You will troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance while coordinating manufacturing activities to ensure quality and efficiency.

Ideal candidates possess strong problem solving, ability to work afternoons or nights, experience in injection molding, robotics, and data-driven improvements, and will write technical reports, monitor