Injection Molding Technician: Process Optimization

Sanmina-SCI Systems de México; Amery (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Amery, Wisconsin is seeking an Injection Molding Technician for a 3pm–11pm shift, Mon-Fri. The role requires setting up injection molding machines per work instructions and applying scientific molding principles to troubleshoot scrap and optimize cycle times.

The position involves coordinating with Production and Process Engineering, maintaining a clean 5S workplace, and supporting Lean/Six Sigma initiatives while advancing technician skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must have a thorough understanding of the injection molding process and scientific molding principles.
• 2 years of molding set up and/or processing experience is preferred.
• Must have above average communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and set up injection molding machines following SUWI and production schedule.
• Provide troubleshooting expertise to resolve injection molding process problems
• Optimize process parameters including automation settings to reduce cycle times
• Be a liaison between Production and Process Engineering to assure open lines of communication are maintained
• Maintain a clean and organized manufacturing area, adhering to 5S standards.
• Organize all needed equipment into a work station as needed
• Supply material to the work stations as needed
• Remove completed product from work station as needed.
• Utilize computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Google Docs, and other computer programs.
• Support Lean/Six Sigma initiatives within the facility
• Assist in advancing technical problem solving skills among the technician group.

Skills

Injection molding

Process troubleshooting

Lean Six Sigma

5S

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Google Docs

Job description

Sanmina Corporation in Amery, Wisconsin is seeking an Injection Molding Technician for a 3pm–11pm shift, Mon-Fri. The role requires setting up injection molding machines per work instructions and applying scientific molding principles to troubleshoot scrap and optimize cycle times.

The position involves coordinating with Production and Process Engineering, maintaining a clean 5S workplace, and supporting Lean/Six Sigma initiatives while advancing technician skills and knowledge.