Manufacturing Technician IV - Molding Process Tech

Pentair plc; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 108,886,000 - 121,229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Up to 5% match

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Caregiver leave

Prescription drug insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pentair in Delavan, Wisconsin is seeking a Molding Process Technician for 1st shift to develop and optimize injection molding processes, support new product rollouts, and assist with tool and equipment repairs.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, documentation, and collaboration with engineers to improve safety, quality, and productivity. Competitive hourly wage starts at $38 per hour plus opportunities for increases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an Injection Molding environment.
• Mold, robot and machine setup and/or troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge on molding process development.
• Basic understanding of Continuous Flow Manufacturing and lean principles.
• Experience with part inspection equipment and related tools.
• Able to write technical documentation for process capability and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve molding processes for new or existing products by supporting production daily.
• Assist the Manufacturing Engineer with creation of standard operating procedures.
• Execute mold validations and support documentation for production.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day issues and support the team as needed.
• Identify improvements to increase Safety and Quality for customers and associates.
• Validate processes for part quality and cycle times to reduce scrap and improve productivity.
• Assist in root cause analysis for non-conformities and support corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to operators and shift leads on quality or tooling concerns.
• Support continuous improvements and training opportunities.

Skills

Injection molding

Mold setup

Troubleshooting

Lean principles

Process documentation

Tools

Calipers

Dial indicators

Go-no-go gauges

Gaging equipment

Job description

Job Description: Molding Process Technician 1st shift

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.

We have an opportunity for a Molding Process Technician to join our Delavan, WI team. You will develop new, and optimize existing, manufacturing processes within the Injection molding department. You will be involved with new product roll outs and ongoing support ongoing support of those products. This role will also assist in coordinating tool and vendor related equipment repair when required.

You will:

• Develop and improve molding processes for new or existing products by supporting production on a daily basis.
• Assist the IM Manufacturing Engineer with creation of standard operating procedures for new or existing products.
• Execute all new mold validations through our molding PPAP and Orange Packet process and assisting in the creation of the proper documentation to support ongoing production with IM Manufacturing Engineer and IM team leadership
• Assist department technicians with troubleshooting of day to day issues when required.
• Support IM Manufacturing Engineer and IM VSM by identifying improvement projects to increase Safety and Quality for not only our customers, but our associates.
• Validate processes for part quality and cycle times in order to reduce scrap and improve productivity.
• Support the IM Manufacturing Engineer and Quality Engineers by helping respond to internal or external part or process non-conformities by assisting in troubleshooting and root cause analysis tasks.
• Provide guidance to operators, set up technicians and shift leads pertaining to part quality, process updates or machine/tooling concerns .
• Adhere to the Pentair Quality Management System and focus on continuous improvements based on current set ups as well as maintenance opportunities.
• Identify Personal training opportunities, external and internal, to help facilitate departmental efficiency and personal growth.

Key Qualifications:

• Have 5+ years of experience working in a technical role in an Injection Molding environment.
• Experience with mold, robot and machine set up and/or trouble shooting.
• Strong knowledge on molding process development.
• A basic understanding of Continuous Flow Manufacturing and lean principles.
• Working knowledge of part inspection equipment such as calipers, dial indicators, go-no go gaging, and associated equipment.
• Capable of writing technical documentation to ensure process capability, such as set-up and calibration procedures, and support the development and implementation of equipment standards to insure ease of operation, safety, and maintainability.

Shift/Hours:

1st shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm Monday - Friday Occasional mandatory overtime required

Compensation:

The hourly pay for this role is: $38.00/hr. Opportunity for a rate increase after you are proficient in certain skills and have fulfilled training. Actual pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Up to 5% 401K match starting day one of employment
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Caregiver leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

#INDHP Equal Opportunity Employer Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive. Pentair had revenue in 2023 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 10,500 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit Pentair.com.