Mold Technician 1st Shift

ITW Automotive; Richton Park (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

ITW in Illinois seeks a seasoned Set-up Technician for injection molding operations, ensuring molding machines and peripheral equipment produce quality parts efficiently.

You will perform mold setup and adjustments, troubleshoot equipment, conduct quality checks, and maintain set-up sheets and shift records. The role requires knowledge of Wittmann robots, OSHA practices, and a flexible schedule including overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 5+ years Set-up Technician experience in plastic injection molding environment.
• Understanding of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment operations and repair.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of Wittmann robots.
• Understanding of OSHA requirements (Lockout/Tagout, Forklift).
• Flexible schedule including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Mold set-up and adjustment on molding and assembly repairs; equipment troubleshooting and minor repairs.
• Maintain machines by verifying set-up parameters and monitor readings.
• Perform quality checks and material handling, including filling and emptying machine hoppers.
• Maintain set-up sheets and production records for shift.
• Ensure last shot in capture for molds exiting production and maintain housekeeping.
• Stop molding process if quality concerns arise.
• Provide training to Material Handlers and Operators.
• Support cost-saving, labor, and ergonomic improvements.
• Assist with shift needs and complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Wittmann robots

Job description

Summary

Ensures molding machines and peripheral equipment are maintained and efficiently producing good quality parts.

Job Description

Ensures molding machines and peripheral equipment are maintained and efficiently producing good quality parts.

Responsibilities

• Mold set-up and adjustment on molding and assembly repairs, equipment troubleshooting and minor repairs, quality checks, material handling including filling and emptying machine hoppers and grinders, housekeeping and operator instructions.
• Maintain machines in proper operation: To include verifying set-up parameters of process, as well as condition of machine. Verify all monitors are on and set to proper parameters.

Trouble shooting of processing problems and defects.

• Setting molds, dies, etc., to conform to scheduled requirements, to include leaving the work station clean and organized, with quality parts coming from the process, while minimizing downtime.
• Periodically (as set by the Manager) checking machine cycle time and yields are met, quality of parts coming from process, and overall consistency of process.
• Maintains set-up sheets.
• Maintaining production records for shift.
• Ensure last shot in capture for molds coming out of production.
• Ensure good housekeeping.
• Has authority and responsibility to stop molding process due to quality concerns.
• Performance of Preventive Maintenance.
• Training of Material Handlers and Operators as needed.
• Monitor Materials.
• Assure proper product is running
• Assist with cost saving, labor, & ergonomic improvements.
• Support the shift needs as necessary
• Complete any and all tasks as assigned.

Material Tools And Equipment Used

Overhead Crane, hand tools, hand and lift trucks, grinders, scales and drying equipment.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience required

5+ years Set-up Technician experience in plastic injection molding environment required

Complete understanding of injection molding machine(s) and auxiliary equipment operations and repair. Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

Good communication both written and verbal skills.

Knowledge of Wittmann robots.

Understanding of OSHA requirements (i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Forklift)

Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes overtime and weekends

Physical Demands

Must have excellent near vision for accessing functionality of equipment. Must be able to bend, stoop & reach, get onto and off of molding machines, stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 65 pounds. Must be able to push & pull molds w/mechanical help. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Interpersonal Skills

Alternative or combined skills in understanding, counseling, and/or influencing people are important in achieving job objectives, causing action, understanding others, or changing behavior; and, skills of persuasiveness or assertiveness, as well as sensitivity to the point of view of others.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please call 708-720-7120 to request assistance. No other requests will be acknowledged

Compensation Information

$28-$37

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.