Molding Technician I

Plaskolite, LLC; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Plaskolite, LLC is hiring a Molding Technician I in Lancaster, PA. The role involves quality checks on injection molding operations, setting up machines, inspecting parts, and maintaining a clean, safe work area in a full-time position.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and 2–3 years of related experience, with polycarbonate processing a plus. Apply to join a team focused on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two to Three years related experience.
• Background in processing polycarbonate a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality assurance checks by observing continuous operation of automatic injection molding machines to ensure products meet specifications and detect jams or malfunctions, adjusting as necessary.
• Measures and visually inspects products for surface and dimensional defects to ensure conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Sets up, operates, processes acceptable quality first piece parts and tends plastic injection molding machines to mold plastic parts and products.
• Installs molds into machines or presses according to production schedule and reads work orders.
• Verifies machine process and records temperatures, pressures, and cycle times on setup sheets.
• Stocks and records quantities of materials and finished products; requisitions supplies as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area, including mold rooms, resin room, warehouse resin and supply storage.
• Follows safety rules and uses appropriate safety equipment.

Skills

Computer Literacy

Teamwork

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Quality Orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About this position

Title: Molding Technician I
Job Category: DIRECT LABOR
Requisition Number: MOLDI001242
Job Type: Full-Time
Lancaster, PA, 17601, United States

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs quality assurance checks by observing continuous operation of automatic injection molding machines to ensure that products meet specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, adjusting as necessary.
• Measures and visually inspects products for surface and dimensional defects in order to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Sets up, operates, processes acceptable quality first piece parts and tend plastic injection molding machines to mold plastic parts and products.
• Installs molds into machines or presses according to MXL production schedule to work order specifications. Reads QWI for any special items needed.
• Verifies machine process and records temperatures, pressures, and press-cycle times keeping record of process on setup sheets.
• Inventories and records quantities of materials and finished products; requisitions additional supplies as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area, including but not limited to: mold rooms, resin room, warehouse resin and supply storage.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• Conforms to all safety rules and uses all appropriate safety equipment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two to Three years related experience.
• Background in processing polycarbonate a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Computer Literacy – using computers effectively and efficiently in the working environment.
• Teamwork – Working as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal and contributing to team development and effective team dynamics.
• Oral Communication —Shaping and expressing ideas and information in an effective manner.
• Written Communication – Expressing ideas and opinions clearly in properly structured, well organized, and grammatically correct reports or documents utilizing language and terminology that is understandable for the reader.
• Quality Orientation – Setting high standards regarding his/her work and working environment and acting; accordingly, developing quality standards, continuously evaluating performance, products, and procedures; actively seeking ways to improve quality.

EEO Statement

PLASKOLITE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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