Process Technician - 2nd shift

IDEX; Crawfordsville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Process Technician to join its dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of molded parts and troubleshooting any issues that arise during the injection molding process. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions can lead to significant improvements in production efficiency. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for problem-solving and teamwork, this role could be your next career step.

Benefits

Shift Differential of $1.50

Overtime Opportunities

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot and correct injection molding issues.
• Experience with injection molding setup and operation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure injection molding machines are set to proper specifications.
• Monitor and maintain tool cleanliness and operating parameters.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Skills

Team Player

Basic Computer Skills

Decision Making

Attendance

Ability to Follow Directions

Tools

Hand Tools

Injection Molding Machines

Inco Heaters

DME Heaters

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

PROCESS TECHNICIAN

DESCRIPTION:

Read, write and use process Setup Sheets to mold quality parts to specific print specification. Troubleshoot and correct any plastic injection mold processing problems.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have good attitude and be a team player
• Must be able to work independently and follow directions
• Ability to make sound decisions
• Must have good attendance
• Must be willing to work overtime
• Must have basic computer skills such as Excel, Access, and Email
• Must be able to comprehend simple and moderately complex instructions
• Adhere to all Safety Procedures

PHYSICAL DEMAND

• The ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, crouch and climb to various heights
• The ability to wear a safety harness and any other fall protection required
• The ability to lift up to 50lbs

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience working with hand tools
• Demonstrated experience performing basic electrical wiring
• Two years injection molding processing experience
• One year of Injection Molding setup of Mold bases and extremities
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Primary Responsibilities:

• Must meet all requirements of a Molding Technician
• Read, write and use process Setup Sheets
• Ensure setup and parameters of Injection Molding Machines, Inco Heaters, DME Heaters, Barrels, Screws, etc. are all in working condition and set to proper specification to make quality parts
• Detect any manual machine malfunctions or product defects, adjusting parameters as necessary
• Complete first-off-last-off documents
• Ensure all auxiliary equipment is set to the correct settings per the baselines and troubleshoot and correct any plastic injection mold processing problems.
• Maintain best operating parameters for the scheduled tool and make any adjustments. Follow proper deviation process if parameters adjusted outside tolerance.
• Monitor tool cleanliness and ensure tool cleaning is conducted as required.
• Ability to perform startup and shutdown of injection molding machines and diagnose any issues that arise during the process
• Follow all work instructions
• Maintain good and continuous communication with Supervisor and Molding Technician.
• Be a positive and productive contributor to the team.
• Actively monitor molding injection presses to ensure machines stay running to full capacity during scheduled operation and making good quality products
• Identify opportunities for any process improvements
• Other duties as assigned

• Move up 1 Wage Level = 3% increase or to minimum of Wage Level (greater)
• Move up 2+ Wage Levels = 5% increase or to minimum of Wage Level (greater)
• Move down a Wage Level = Loss of one half of your last promotional increase

• Shift Differential of $1.50 applies to this position

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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