Plastic Molding Technician

Premium Guard Inc. (PGI); Albion (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Guard Inc. (PGI) seeks an injection molding operator to setup, adjust, troubleshoot and document process parameters for plastic molding presses. You will maintain presses, lubricate equipment and ensure safe, efficient production with quality parts.

The role requires reading drawings, performing inspections, and supporting changeovers and mold maintenance as part of a collaborative team in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Reads/interprets various forms of information to determine production requirements.
• Sets up, adjusts and documents process parameters; maintains molds and equipment.
• Performs quality checks at start-up and during operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic injection molding presses and ancillary equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation.
• Document activities and maintain production records and changeovers.
• Assist with mold maintenance, cleaning and minor repairs.
• Support team with tooling and process improvements.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Process setup & parameter adjustment

Equipment maintenance

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Documentation & data entry

Troubleshooting

Tools

VOM meter

Job description

Company Overview

PGI is a privately held company, established in 1996. We are a leading supplier of private label solutions in the automotive industry. Our focus is on designing, manufacturing and distributing products for automotive, diesel, power-sports and specialty filter markets. Our supply chain network now branches across the Pacific and into South America.

Company Overview

PGI is a privately held company, established in 1996. We are a leading supplier of private label solutions in the automotive industry. Our focus is on designing, manufacturing and distributing products for automotive, diesel, power-sports and specialty filter markets. Our supply chain network now branches across the Pacific and into South America.

Position Summary

Set-up, adjust and document process parameters, inspect, troubleshoot, perform minor repairs, changeover, schedule and operate as required all plastic injection molding presses and ancillary equipment within assigned area. Maintain plastic injection molding presses, ancillary equipment, and plastic injection molds in a manner to ensure safe and reliable operation. Provide guidance and support to team members related to plastic injection molding presses, ancillary equipment, and plastic injection molds in order to facilitate the achievement of scheduled production volume within acceptable safety, quality and scrap levels. May perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Reads/interprets various forms of information (electronic or paper) to determine production requirements.
• Transports proper production/maintenance supplies, which may include tooling, from/to storage location to/from production area by hand using floor jack, cart, overhead crane, etc. Visually inspects equipment, supplies, and tooling and performs all required safety checks on equipment. If any defects are found, ensures they are corrected before being used in production.
• Sets-up, adjusts and documents process parameters, maintains, troubleshoots, cleans and lubricates molds, and performs minor repairs to equipment in assigned area to produce quality parts at acceptable rates. Operates various types of equipment related to maintenance functions, i.e. powered hand tools, grinders, drill press, cutoff saws, etc. May perform basic electrical maintenance, i.e. use VOM meter, check voltage, replace fuses, reset motor overloads, etc.
• Performs proper start-up and shut-down procedures. Observes plastic injection molding operation and makes any necessary adjustments (temperature, pressure, volume, etc.) to ensure conformance to order specifications. May have primary responsibility for the operation of assigned equipment.
• Inspects product dimensions, reads and interprets mechanical drawings, hydraulic drawings, equipment manuals, manufacturer's specifications and basic electrical schematics. Performs quality checks at start-up and during operation, using calipers, micrometers, fixed gauges, etc., and records results.
• Supplies/prepares materials for storing products (boxes, skids, etc.) and removes finished product or returnable materials from production area, when applicable.
• Establishes requirements for spare production supplies and storage, (i.e. tooling, machine parts, etc.) and maintains in proper condition to assure availability.
• Responsible for documentation and interpretation of records and reports by entering data into computer system or completing paperwork to record activities and maintain historical parameter settings and maintenance records. Interprets/completes necessary paperwork, i.e. scrap, transfer, production and accept tickets, daily log, etc.
• Organizes changeovers to ensure safety and a minimum amount of downtime. Works with team members to ensure changeovers are completed properly and tooling and equipment are maintained in good working condition.
• Utilizes PM, TPM and predictive techniques and equipment to maintain equipment and tooling in good working condition. Schedules and performs machine teardown to make repairs and modifications. Schedules and assists with mold cleaning and necessary repairs.
• Confers with equipment manufacturers and materials suppliers concerning problems and solutions.
• Monitors work in progress and makes or suggests improvements. Keeps supervisor and/or Team Leader informed of any problems associated with production, and takes action to provide support for resolution of problems and continuous improvement. Promotes teamwork, and may train team members in job operations, paperwork, etc.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks and keeps work area clean, organized and free of scrap, debris, etc.
• Follows all safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Assist on production lines as needed or relatable tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor/managers