Injection Molding Technician - 2nd Shift

MANN+HUMMEL; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Portage, MI is seeking a Mold Setter to support 500 to 1500 ton injection molding operations. You will handle mold changes, tool hookups, robot tooling, and run start-up checks to ensure quality parts.

Candidates with 1+ year experience in injection molding setup and processing and a high school diploma or equivalent are encouraged to apply. This is an on-site role requiring physical capability and commitment to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Technical aptitude and ability to work with injection molding equipment.
• 1+ year experience with injection molding machine setup and processing.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Change molds in 500 to 1500 ton injection molding machines.
• Ensure proper electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic hook up for tools.
• Change robot end of arm tools.
• Program pick and place robots to remove parts from machines.
• Document machine settings and process parameters.
• Changeover and processing of injection molding machines.

Skills

Mold set-up

Troubleshooting

Robotic tooling

Education

High School diploma

Vocational training in skilled trades

Job description

Job Description

You will be responsible for systematic problem solving and troubleshooting of molding and assembly equipment, utilizing strong mechanical aptitude, effective communication, and demonstrated leadership skills.

Role Summary

You will be responsible for systematic problem solving and troubleshooting of molding and assembly equipment, utilizing strong mechanical aptitude, effective communication, and demonstrated leadership skills.

Main Tasks

Mold Setter

• Change molds in 500 to 1500 ton injection molding machines
• Ensure proper electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic hook up for tools
• Change robot end of arm tools
• Perform basic machine and robot functions related to tool changeovers
• Check and document machine settings
• Changeover and processing of injection molding machines
• Adjust process for common defects
• Program pick and place robots to remove parts from machines
• Document process set-up parameters

Systematic Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

• Investigate and resolve machine and robot issues
• Investigate and resolve product quality issues

Performance and Accountability

• Perform changeover within a specified time
• Maintain good housekeeping in line with our 5S principles
• Clean molds and repair tooling as necessary
• Ensure product conformity to quality standards upon start up
• Ensure fulfillment of HSE requirements

Your Profile

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed to support production requirements.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, preferably with vocational education training in skilled trades or other related discipline
• Technical aptitude required
• 1+ year experience working with injection molding machine set-up and processing