Injection Molding Process Technician

Hubbell Lighting Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a manufacturing support professional in Oklahoma City to work with engineering and operators on troubleshooting, tooling, and process improvements. The role emphasizes collaboration with the Manufacturing Engineering group to design better techniques, run time studies, and implement efficient production flows in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, experience with mold injection machinery, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• Troubleshoots problems with manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Supports engineers in identifying and implementing new tooling.
• Analyzes and designs improved manufacturing techniques in work cells.

Responsibilities

• Perform time studies to verify production sequence documentation matches actual processes.
• Assist in selecting replacement machinery to improve throughput.
• Provide continuous improvement support across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance and Quality teams.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and report on process performance.
• Support DMAIC, LEAN, 5S, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Inspect finished jobs and ensure compliance with specs and safety requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mold injection machines

Job description

• Works alongside manufacturing engineering and operators to troubleshoot problems that arise with the implementation of any of the below tasks.
• Assist engineers to identify and implement new tooling.
• Work alongside manufacturing engineering to analyze, identify, design and implement improved manufacturing techniques and processes in work cells.
• Perform time studies to verify current production sequence documentation is accurate to the actual manufacturing processes.
• Work alongside manufacturing engineering to analyze, identify and implement replacement machinery to improve throughput of various production processes.
• Aid manufacturing engineering in defining requirements and guidelines for replacement equipment and processes from outside vendors.
• Work with machine operators and manufacturing engineering to provide continuous improvement support to optimize the production process.

Job Overview

• Works alongside manufacturing engineering and operators to troubleshoot problems that arise with the implementation of any of the below tasks.
• Assist engineers to identify and implement new tooling.
• Work alongside manufacturing engineering to analyze, identify, design and implement improved manufacturing techniques and processes in work cells.
• Perform time studies to verify current production sequence documentation is accurate to the actual manufacturing processes.
• Work alongside manufacturing engineering to analyze, identify and implement replacement machinery to improve throughput of various production processes.
• Aid manufacturing engineering in defining requirements and guidelines for replacement equipment and processes from outside vendors.
• Work with machine operators and manufacturing engineering to provide continuous improvement support to optimize the production process.

A Day In The Life

• CNC operation, set-up, and programming background to assist the operators and problem solve when the setups are not producing good product.
• Must follow safety guidelines and requirements.
• Develop detailed understanding of processes and equipment to identify and solve process issues through troubleshooting, data analysis, and collaboration with stakeholders across the Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams.
• Support process validation projects by aiding with set-ups, engineering studies, and related testing.
• Provide administrative support such as developing and updating manufacturing documentation and tracking and reporting on process performance.
• Support execution of projects including DMAIC, LEAN, 5S, cost reduction, and process improvement initiatives.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties.
• Must verify conformance of work to specifications.
• Must exhibit quality workmanship that adheres to engineering and customer specifications.
• Works in a timely, efficient manner to meet all daily performance objectives.
• Maintains tools and equipment in proper working condition.
• Complete Time Reporting Sheets.
• Report inventory use as required.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. consistently.
• Ability to work 10 hours per day and weekends as required.
• Must have a valid Drivers License.
• Background check and drug-screen are required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Knowledge of mold injection machines and processes.
• Knowledge of HDPE, resin systems, and setting up molds.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand blue prints and electrical schematics.
• Ability to read and understand posted bulletins, regulations, rule books, manufacturer manuals, and work instructions.
• Ability to work in a team environment which requires cooperating with others, offering help when needed, and maintaining positive work relationships.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.