Process Technician I

ICU Medical, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ICU Medical, Inc. in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Injection Molding Setup Technician to support molding production on a day-to-day basis.

You will set up equipment, run mold changes, perform line cleanings, and assist in continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining documentation and safety standards.

Strong knowledge of plastic processing and ability to troubleshoot molding issues are essential; prior experience with EOAT and take-out robots is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have strong knowledge of Plastic Processing.
• Ability to set/start/finish first article inspections and document results.
• Ability to identify different molding defects.
• Ability to meet cycle time standards on molding machines.
• 1 year knowledge of take-out robots and EOAT.
• Ability to read mechanical/mold drawings.
• Ability to train/transfer knowledge to others.
• Creative problem solving and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a controlled injection molding process using a scientific approach.
• Daily Mold cleaning, setup and pull activities.
• Verify components against work orders and ensure accuracy.
• Document processes with minimal errors.
• Follow safety guidelines including PPE usage.
• Monitor production with quality inspectors to ensure part quality.
• Make minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments.
• Lead lean initiatives and support continuous improvement.
• Mentor Setup and Process Technicians.
• Perform Line Clearance and document process parameters.
• Handle materials and perform all process tech duties as required.
• Perform tasks assigned by manager.

Skills

Plastic Processing

First Article Inspect

Mold Setup

Troubleshooting

EOAT/Robots

Read Mold Drawings

Teamwork

Documentation

Safety

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EOAT & Take-out Robots

Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems

Robotics

Job description

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, this individual will perform a broad range of tasks involving molding production support. This includes equipment and process set-up, troubleshooting production problems, continuous improvement initiatives. Additional responsibilities include the performance of simple maintenance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a controlled injection molding process by using a scientific and systematic approach
• Daily Mold cleanings, mold setup and mold pull activities.
• Receives work order and verifies that the components are correct.
• Verifies work before proceeding with operations.
• Completes all documentation correctly and consistently, maintaining minimal errors in production paperwork.
• Follow all safety guidelines of the molding area including utilization of PPE.
• Monitor production for accuracy and efficiency and work with quality inspectors to ensure part quality/performance
• Make minor electrical and mechanical repairs and adjustments to machines/tools
• Identify and lead lean initiatives using ICU continuous improvement system.
• Mentor Setup and Process Technicians
• Perform Line Clearance and document process parameters
• Perform material handling duties and activities as required
• Perform all process tech I duties and activities as required
• Must perform tasks directed by manager

Knowledge & Skills

• Must have strong knowledge of Plastic Processing
• Demonstrate ability to set/start/and complete first article inspections. Capturing plastic conditions, mold cavity balance and complete paperwork
• Ability to identify different molding defects
• Ability to consistently meet set standards for cycle times on molding machines
• 1 year knowledge of take-out robots and EOAT
• Ability to set up hot runner controls
• General hydraulic and pneumatic experience
• Ability to graph data that can be used for a path to problem solving
• Experience with robotics and automated delivery systems preferred
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/mold drawings
• Ability to train/transfer knowledge to others
• Capable of advanced trouble shooting skills
• Must be a creative problem solver with the ability to troubleshoot a variety of processing issues.
• Safety driven
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Good written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done

Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma required
• 1 year of Injection Molding Setup or Manufacturing experience preferred

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a clean room environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time; depending on the machine they are operating
• Operator is required to use computer or touch screen to enter work order data
• Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 50 pounds
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time