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Molding Technician - Level 1 – 1st Shift

LanceSoft Inc

Southington (CT)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Molding Technician to manage equipment setup and maintenance for injection molding machines. The role involves performing safety checks, making process adjustments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have strong mechanical skills, a High School Diploma or GED, and experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with plastic injection molding.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • 1-3 years of manufacturing experience required; experience in plastic injection molding preferred.
  • Ability to learn new technologies and engage in continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for equipment and process setup, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
  • Perform safety checks and mold start-ups.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Mechanical skills
Analytical skills
Troubleshooting skills
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Technical schooling

Job description

The Molding Technician is responsible for equipment and process setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, maintenance, and basic repairs of injection molding machines and associated equipment.

Responsibilities include:
  1. Performing safety checks and mold changeovers.
  2. Conducting cycle checks and adjusting processes to meet business needs.
  3. Making process adjustments to address non-conforming parts.
  4. Performing mold start-up and QC inspections, setting up gauges.
  5. Cleaning molds and completing preventive maintenance.
  6. Using MVP for PM tasks.
  7. Assisting operators as needed.
  8. Processing material changeovers, including filling barrels and ensuring traceability.
  9. Operating the Shibaura Injectvisor controller for program loading and adjustments.
  10. Performing troubleshooting for machine alarms.
  11. Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including environmental, health, and safety initiatives.
  12. Participating in continuous improvement activities.
Qualifications:
  • Strong mechanical, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Understanding of computers and controls.
  • Ability to learn new technologies and engage in continuous improvement.
Minimum Education & Experience:
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • High School Diploma or GED; technical schooling desirable.
  • Up to 3 years manufacturing experience; experience with plastic injection molding preferred.
Work Environment:
  • Exposure to manufacturing equipment, chemicals, and biohazards.
  • Work may range from clean room to noisy production areas.
  • Physical demands include lifting up to 35 lbs, pushing/pulling up to 80 lbs, standing, walking, and other physical activities.
  • Travel less than 5% expected.
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