Process Technician

Toter, LLC; Wendover Hills (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) Retirement Plan with 50%Company

Paid time off

Paid Grandparent Leave

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance

Job summary

Wastequip in North Carolina is seeking a Process Technician to maintain and repair blow mold and injection mold equipment during production. You will troubleshoot presses, set up molds, adjust parameters, and support the production team to meet demand and quality goals.

You will operate and service water systems, connect hydraulics and pneumatics, and assist with training of Packer/Inspectors. The role requires forklift certification, experience with HDPE processing, and a strong focus on safety

Qualifications

• 3–5 years Injection and/or blow molding experience.
• 1–3 years robotics experience.
• Experience with conveyors, sprue pickers.
• Knowledge of HDPE processing.
• Forklift certification is required and can be obtained on-site.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair blow/injection mold machines during production.
• Troubleshoot presses and set up molds to specification.
• Monitor production quality and scrap to reduce waste.
• Assist Shift Supervisor in training Packer/Inspectors.
• Relieve Material Handlers during breaks.

Skills

Blow/injection molding

Robotics experience

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Electrical concepts

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Multi-meter

Mold change tooling

Mold handling equipment

McGuire blenders

Job description

Job Description:The Process Technician maintains and repairs the blow mold and/or injection mold machines during production. The Process Technician troubleshoots machinery, hot stamp machines and repairs/replaces mold parts during production. The Process Technician also assists the Supervisor in achieving production, quality, housekeeping, and safety goals.2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PMPay: $25hr + $1 shift differentialResponsibilities:Produce quality plastic wheels, lids, and small components for trash cansMake necessary adjustments to injection molding equipment to keep it within allowable specificationSet up injection/blow molding tool and molds, sample/production molds, set-up machine operating parameters to process parts to specifications and connect all water as needed (chilled and tower water)Start-up and troubleshoot problems at the press, inspect sample parts for accuracy, remove molds from the press, stage for disassembly, work with production teams to meet demand and continuous process improvement.Connect hydraulics for mold knock out pins, (repair/replace) as necessaryConnect pneumatic lines to molds (repair/replace) as necessaryConnect mold heaters and mold thermocouple cablesMake resin color changes on machines as necessaryAssist the Shift Supervisor in training and directing of Packer/Inspectors to achieve quality production.Enter end of shift production/downtime and quality information as requiredMonitor IQMS systemReport any unsafe or out of specification equipment in a timely mannerIn conjunction with Maintenance, diagnose, inspect, troubleshoot and investigate any issues with machinery during production. (i.e., production of out of specification parts)Responsible for the reduction of waste/scrap rates in mold change processNotify appropriate associates of scrap issues in a timely mannerEvaluate mold change schedule to meet production requirements, and communicate/coordinate plant resources involved in job change and scheduling processesConduct preventative maintenance while tools are in machinesAdjust machine parameters as needed for order specifications with minimal flash while ensuring safety rules are followed.When not actually working with machinery the Process Technician has the same responsibilities as Material Handlers (see Material Handler job description)Relieve Material Handlers during breaks.Qualifications:The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.Forklift certification is required and can be obtained on-site.3-5 years Injection and/or blow molding experience1-3 years robotics experienceExperience in working with robotics, conveyors, sprue pickersExperience with {McGuire} blendersExperience in processing of HDPEOther Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:Knowledge of blow molding and/or injection molding.Knowledge of mold change set-upAbility to perform duties independently with little supervision.Knowledge of valve gate Injection moldingKnowledge of hot stamping set-upKnowledge of mold labeling.Knowledge of roboticsUnderstanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, basic electrical conceptsMust be able to work with basic hand tools and able to use a multi-meter to check fuseAble to process optimal conditions to achieve optimum cyclesOperate forklift to move and store molds and other equipmentCompany Benefits:2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-UpMedical PlansPrescription (Rx) InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental PlansVision InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)Health Care FSADependent Care FSACompany Paid Base Life InsuranceCompany Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment InsuranceCompany Paid Business Travel Accident InsuranceCompany Paid Disability InsuranceShort-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company MatchVoluntary Pet InsuranceVacation and Personal/Sick TimePaid Grandparent LeavePaid Bonding LeaveAdoption AssistanceEducation Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)About WastequipWastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.