Mold Technician

Spectrum Plastics Group; New Brighton (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement options with company

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Annual incentive bonus

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Spectrum Plastics Group in New Brighton, MN, is seeking a Mold Technician Trainee to identify machine issues, assist engineers, and ensure quality in thermo-plastic molding operations.

The role requires a two-year technical degree or related experience, with knowledge of injection molding and press setups. It is a full-time, on-site position with competitive hourly pay and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Two year technical degree and two years processing experience -OR- 3-5 years processing experience with six months experience as press operator with mold set-up training.
• Thorough knowledge of thermoplastic materials and injection molding processes and machines.

Responsibilities

• Identify problems regarding machine functions and report malfunctions to Process Engineers and Molding Supervisor.
• Assist Process Engineers as necessary.
• Work with QA to ensure all quality levels are acceptable.
• Assist Material Handler as necessary.
• Clean and organize molding machines and work areas.

Skills

Mold operation

Process troubleshooting

Education

Two year technical degree or 3-5 years processing experience

Job description

Job Location: Donatelle - New Brighton - New Brighton, MN 55112

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $22.00 - $31.00 Hourly

Overview of Responsibilities

• Identify problems regarding machine functions and report all malfunctions to Process Engineers and Molding Supervisor
• Assist Process Engineers as necessary
• Work with the Quality Assurance Department to ensure all quality levels are acceptable
• Assist Material Handler as necessary
• Clean and organize molding machines and work areas
• Fill out press monitor logs at required intervals
• Record scrap through appropriate systems
• Record scrap through real time reporting
• Document all process changes following proper procedures
• Complete daily paperwork as required
• Print work orders for the upcoming orders

Technical Support Responsibilities

• Install prepared molds into press
• Remove molds from the press at the end of production/samples runs
• Fill out press monitor logs at required intervals
• Change orders and lot numbers in Material Requirement Planning (MRP) system within or during a continuous run
• Set all press settings prior to running molds
• Start up presses for production runs per daily scheduling
• Troubleshoot automation and auxiliary equipment
• Install water lines, air lines, core pull systems, hot runner systems, or any other auxiliary equipment

General Responsibilities

• Work on various shifts or weekends when necessary to meet customer requirement or fulfill staffing requirements
• Responsibility to protect Donatelle confidential information and Intellectual Property
• Follow safety requirements as outlined in the safety manual
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two year technical degree and two years processing experience -OR- 3-5 years processing experience with six months experience as press operator with mold set-up training
• Must have experience or demonstrate ability to perform all tasks required for the Mold Technician Trainee position
• Thorough knowledge of thermoplastic materials and injection molding processes and machines

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 70 pounds
• Bending and walking
• 20/20 Vision with or without corrective lenses

Benefits and Pay

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance401(k) retirement options with a company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Annual incentive bonus opportunities
• Flexible spending accounts
• Legal/ID Shield protection plan
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement programs

Pay

Salary range: $22 to $31 per hour. Plus shift differential when applicable.