Injection Molding Technician

SIMTEC Silicone Parts; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Vacation and 6 Holidays

Life Insurance

401(k) Employer matching

Employee referral program

Job summary

SIMTEC Silicone Parts is seeking an Injection Molding Technician to assist in operating injection-molding machines, monitor equipment, and ensure customer specifications are met. The role includes start-up, troubleshooting, and shift maintenance within a fast-paced production environment.

The technician will inspect parts per control plan, perform preventive maintenance, maintain 5S standards, and document issues in the IT system while collaborating with team members and supervisors to keep

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Mechanical aptitude and precision with ability to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Start-up, trouble shoot and shut-down of Injection Molding Machines and auxiliary equipment (robots, pumps, etc.).
• Inspection of parts according to control plan and work instructions.
• Daily preventive maintenance on production equipment (mold, injection molding machine, chiller, plastic pallets dryer, temperature control unit, vacuum pump), etc.
• Keep the assigned injection molding machine clean and organized under the 5S System.
• Report work (create and disposition labels and IQ-logs), scrap and rejects in the IT system.
• Analyze issues in process and give inputs for work orders for service and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Address safety issues immediately – people, equipment and work area.
• Including other duties assigned by your Supervisor/Manager from time to time.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Punctuality

High School Diploma

English communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Arburg presses

Robots

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Job description

About the Organization

SIMTEC is a leading, U.S.-based Extraordinary Solutions provider exclusively focused on the customized, serial production of Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR), LSR over-molded and 2-Shot (LSR/Thermoplastic) solutions, and Multi-Shot (LSR/Thermoplastic and Metal) injection molded components. As a technology driven company, since 2002, SIMTEC has been envisioning and manufacturing high precision, tight tolerance solutions for global innovative leaders in the automotive, life science, electronic, infant and personal care industries. SIMTEC Silicone Parts is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO/TS 16949 certified, as well as cGMP compliant. The company is a proud member of the RICO GROUP.

Job Details

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Shift Evenings

Location Simtec

Description

The Injection Molding Technician is responsible for assisting with the operation of injection-molding machines to mold parts and components in compliance with customer specifications. Monitor injection molding machines as well as related equipment and supplies to ensure continued production of quality parts.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Machine Operations:

• Start-up, trouble shoot and shut-down of Injection Molding Machines and auxiliary equipment (robots, pumps, etc.).
• Inspection of parts according to control plan and work instructions.
• Daily preventive maintenance on production equipment (mold, injection molding machine, chiller, plastic pallets dryer, temperature control unit, vacuum pump), etc.
• Keep the assigned injection molding machine clean and organized under the 5S System.
• Report work (create and disposition labels and IQ-logs), scrap and rejects in the IT system.
• Analyze issues in process and give inputs for work orders for service and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Address safety issues immediately – people, equipment and work area.
• Including other duties assigned by your Supervisor/Manager from time to time.

Work Environment

• Adhere to cleanliness standards and product safety guidelines, including machine cleaning assignments. Maintain a safe work environment by assuring conformance to policies and good practices. Address safety issues immediately – people, equipment and work area.

Additional Job Responsibilities

• Assist in Secondary Operations as needed (post-cure, sorting), etc.
• Assist in restocking the raw material (plastic pallet, master batch, silicone, silicone color, boxes, dividers, and trays), etc.

Position Requirements

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Mechanical aptitude and precision with the ability to learn and adapt.
• Must be punctual and reliable. High level attention to detail.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate in English
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Five years’ experience working on injection molding ecosystems, preferably on Arburg presses and robots
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in English language.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and mechanical operations.

Work Conditions/Other

• Ability to work in confined area with loud noise, extreme temperatures.
• Willingness to work in shift schedule and to accommodate additional work time as necessary.
• Ability to perform moderate lifting to up 50 pounds and physical tasks associate with heavy equipment, machinery, and production materials including operating forklifts.
• Ability to handle and grip small parts.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8+ hours)

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• Health, Dental & Vision.
• Vacation and 6 Holidays.
• Life Insurance (Corporate rate)
• 401(k) Employer matching.
• Employee referral program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.