Molding Technician - 2nd Shift - $20.00/hr

Shelby American, Inc.; Brecksville (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading manufacturer specializing in enteral device product development. This role focuses on troubleshooting the injection molding process to ensure high-quality production while maintaining efficient operations. You'll be instrumental in assisting with mold changes and training new operators in a supportive environment that values teamwork and continuous improvement. Enjoy a clean, temperature-controlled workspace with the freedom to listen to music while you work. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a company that prioritizes employee well-being and offers a range of benefits and perks.

Benefits

Major medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Annual Employee Appreciation Picnic

No Mandatory Overtime

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in injection molding required.
• Strong technical knowledge of injection mold machines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot injection molding processes to ensure quality parts.
• Assist with mold changes and train new operators.

Skills

Injection Molding

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Injection Molding Presses

Microsoft Office

General Hand Tools

Job description

Description

2nd Shift - $20.00/hr!

Since 1985, our core business has been enteral device product development, design, manufacturing, and engineering in a state-of-the-art facility near Cleveland, Ohio. AMT’s steady growth consistently creates job opportunities in Northeast Ohio. We are always searching for new talent and would love for you to join our team! We strive to keep the small company feeling while still reaching users all over the globe.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 3:45pm - 12:15am

Position Summary:

This person will be responsible for troubleshooting the injection molding process in production to ensure mold presses are making good parts, while also maintaining efficient operations and assisting with continuous improvements. This position will also require occasional mold changes and help on the shop floor as needed. Assistance in the liquid silicone injection molding department will be the primary area of focus, with some thermoplastic molding responsibility on occasion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting the injection molding process to ensure good quality parts are being made.
• Help meet production goals, by working efficiently and minimizing machine downtime.
• Fill out all production paperwork accurately and timely.
• Record all process changes.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area.
• Occasionally help with mold changes.
• Assist process engineers with new mold setups, establishing parameter ranges.
• Train new and existing production mold operators on proper molding techniques.
• Help give breaks to the operators, running machines if necessary as time permits.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of injection molding experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of injection mold machines and auxiliary equipment preferred.
• Experience with liquid silicone injection molding is a plus.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team with other mold processors and lead by example.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read reports and/or procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various groups including managers, engineers, setup personnel, mold operators and other production employees.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to calculate basic math functions, figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, areas, circumferences, and volumes. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to quickly diagnose common issues and rationally respond in timely manner.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Maintains a valid Driver’s License.

Essential Job Functions: Critical features of this job are described below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Mental: Must be able to effectively communicate with others; read, analyze and interpret written materials; meet and exceed company standards; ensure compliance with company policies; respond appropriately to feedback to make improvements; maintain positive working relationships; troubleshoot and solve problems.

Physical: Must be able to operate an injection molding press. Must be able to hear and verbally communicate for hours at a time, use computer equipment, electrical and general hand tools. Moderate noise level and limited exposure to physical risk is expected. Without assistance, must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on occasion, sit, bend, squat, twist, stand, climb, and walk for hours at a time. Must have good eye-hand coordination and ability to handle repetitive tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Skill to use a personal computer and basic software packages such as Microsoft Office (Excel or Word). Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork.

Equipment Used: Injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment. Telephones, computer, other office equipment as needed, electrical and general hand tools.

Special/ Additional Requirements: Persons in this position will be required to pass a drug, alcohol, credit, and/or criminal background check.

AMT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Benefits:

• Insurance: AMT offers major medical, dental, and vision insurance at the first of the month following 30 days of service.
• Other Benefits: AMT offers several other voluntary benefits including hospital indemnity, critical illness, term life insurance & long term disability (company paid), among others.
• 401k: AMT matches 100% of your contribution, up to 3% of your salary.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): In addition to nine paid holidays, AMT provides employees with paid time off (determined by length of service), starting on day one.

Other Exciting Perks:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Employee Appreciation Picnic!
• No Mandatory Overtime!
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Work Conditions: Clean work environment that is located in an air conditioned and temperature controlled environment. You are also allowed to have in headphones and listen to music as you work!