Mold Technician IV - 1st Shift

SMC Ltd; Town of Somerset (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid holiday and PTO

Training and career growth programs

Tuition reimbursement

Promotional opportunities

Climate-Controlled Environment

Job summary

SMC Ltd. seeks a Mold Technician to set up, startup and troubleshoot injection molding processes across multiple equipment and molds. You will mentor Level One and Two technicians and maintain a production-ready floor, ensuring quality and efficiency on every shift.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, completion of SMC Mold Tech Level One & Two, and RJG Fundamentals training, with at least 1 year of Thermoplastic/LSR setup experience. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• SMC Mold Tech Level One and Two requirements completed.
• RJG Fundamentals training completed.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Thermoplastic/LSR machine setup.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and troubleshoot injection molding processes and related equipment.
• Inspect and maintain molds; report issues via MRO.
• Monitor process parameters and maintain machines at proper cycle.
• Mentor Mold Technicians Level One and Two.
• Follow schedules and ensure production readiness.

Job description

About SMC Ltd.

SMC Ltd. is a global healthcare contract manufacturing partner serving the Medical Device, Diagnostics, Pharmaceutical, and Drug Delivery industries. With manufacturing locations across the United States, Costa Rica, India, and the United Kingdom, we help customers bring breakthrough healthcare products to market and scale them for commercial success.

About SMC Ltd.

SMC Ltd. is a global healthcare contract manufacturing partner serving the Medical Device, Diagnostics, Pharmaceutical, and Drug Delivery industries. With manufacturing locations across the United States, Costa Rica, India, and the United Kingdom, we help customers bring breakthrough healthcare products to market and scale them for commercial success. Our expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, including design and engineering, thermoplastic and medical micro molding, liquid silicone injection molding (LIM), fill finish, combination devices, complete device assembly, validation, packaging and labeling, supply chain management, quality systems, and program management. What sets SMC apart is our ability to combine world-class manufacturing capabilities with responsive, hands-on partnerships. Our teams work directly with customers to solve complex challenges, accelerate innovation, and deliver life-changing healthcare solutions to patients around the world.

Job Summary

Setup, startup, and troubleshoot IMM, Robot, Secondary equipment, and processes. Position mentors and coaches Mold Tech Level One and Level Two. We welcome applications from Mold Technician candidates at all experience levels - from recent graduates to seasoned professionals. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of expertise, we’re excited to explore how you can contribute to our team.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and troubleshoot a variety of injection molding processes; molds, robots, dryers, mold heat/cool, and runner controllers and auxiliary equipment, interface with QA, and Tool Room as required.
• Assure molds are inspected and properly treated (cleaning, moisture prevention) after product run; communicate mold problems and opportunities to tool room via Maintenance Repair Order (MRO).
• Possess working knowledge of process monitoring equipment, i.e. RJG and Priamus brands.
• Troubleshoot common production problems, identify root causes and recommend or implement solutions.
• Acquire and Record Process Parameters in IQMS SPC format.
• Maintain tour ready production floor
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Regular attendance.
• Perform all requirements of Mold Tech Level One and Two job description.
• Understand and verify proper mold protection settings based on Level 1 and 2 training.
• Monitor the process, start up and shut down of assigned jobs. Follow schedule and maintain machines running at documented cycle.
• Setup of secondary equipment, to include, but not limited to end mills, hot stamping, pad printing, etc.
• Mentor and train Mold Technicians Level One and Two.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have successfully completed all SMC Mold Tech Level One and Two Requirements.
• Successful completion of RJG Fundamentals, Interpreting Graphs, Decoupled II Molding classes.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in Thermoplastic/LSR machine set-up and completion of SMC set-up training program.
• Knowledge of IQMS.
• Knowledge of the material handling system.
• Knowledge of molds and ability to clean them for production run.
• Must be mechanically inclined and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to constant changes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Desirable Qualifications

• SMC Overhead Hoist certified.
• SMC Pallet Jack certified.
• SMC Lock Out, Tag Out certified.
• Knowledge of IQMS.
• Knowledge of the material handling system.
• Knowledge of molds and ability to clean them for production run.

ADA Requirements

• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Talking, and Hearing.
• Ability to work for extended periods sitting and looking at computer while completing repetitive motions to include substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

What SMC has to offer

• Clean, Climate-Controlled Environment
• Stable schedule
• Paid holiday and PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Promotional opportunities
• Training and career growth programs
• Amazing co-workers
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.

SMC Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V; this organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

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