Mold Technician I: Startups, Setup & Quality

Summit Polymers

Sturgis (MI)

Hybrid

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Summit Polymers seeks a Mold Technician 1 in Sturgis, MI to manage mold changes, start-ups, operation, and shutdowns. You will follow standard work, conduct quality checks, and support maintenance of machines and molds in a lean, safety-forward environment.

The role involves troubleshooting basic machine and robot issues, supporting supervisor with shift activities, and training operators. Progression through levels and adherence to post-hire training are expected.

Qualifications

  • Experience performing injection mold changes and conditioning start-ups.
  • Familiarity with SPI PPE requirements and safety rules.
  • Ability to safely lockout/tagout and operate related equipment.
  • Basic troubleshooting of machines and equipment.
  • Basic troubleshooting of robots and fixtures.
  • Knowledge of mold construction and function for troubleshooting assistance.
  • Maintenance and repair of Robot End-Of-Arm-Tooling.
  • Ability to adjust machine processes to meet specifications.
  • Identify safety concerns in non-standard conditions and take action.
  • Communicate production concerns across shifts and teams.
  • Assist supervisor with shift activities and training of operators and utilities.
  • Utilize Lean Manufacturing Systems to monitor inventory and schedule production.

Responsibilities

  • Safely performing injection mold changes and machine start-ups in proper sequence and within time standards.
  • Complying with SPI PPE requirements such as hard hats, gloves, eye protection.
  • Performing lockout/tagout and safely operating cranes and related equipment.
  • Troubleshooting basic machine and equipment problems.
  • Troubleshooting basic robot problems.
  • Demonstrating knowledge of mold construction and function for initial troubleshooting.
  • Performing basic Robot End-Of-Arm-Tooling maintenance and repair.
  • Completing machine process adjustments within prescribed limits to meet specifications.
  • Identify non-standard work and safety concerns and take action.
  • Communicating production concerns with peers on other shifts.
  • Assisting supervisor in managing shift activities and training of operators and utilities.
  • Using Summit Lean Manufacturing Systems to monitor inventory, schedule and run production.
  • Assisting with Operator/Utility breaks.
  • Assisting in grinding runners and scrap parts.

Skills

Mold setup
Machine start-up
Troubleshooting
Robot troubleshooting
Lockout/Tagout
Safety PPE
Quality inspection
Lean manufacturing
Communication

Tools

Cranes
Hot runner controllers
Mold change equipment
Inspection instruments

Job description

Summit Polymers seeks a Mold Technician 1 in Sturgis, MI to manage mold changes, start-ups, operation, and shutdowns. You will follow standard work, conduct quality checks, and support maintenance of machines and molds in a lean, safety-forward environment.

The role involves troubleshooting basic machine and robot issues, supporting supervisor with shift activities, and training operators. Progression through levels and adherence to post-hire training are expected.

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