Process Technician - IMM

Voltava; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Manufacturing Systems (DMS) in Detroit seeks a Process Technician-IMM to maintain high-quality tooling and injection mold equipment through preventative maintenance, repairs and visual evaluation.

The role emphasizes reducing downtime, improving process efficiency, and working with Manufacturing Engineering on TPM and tooling changes, including SMED and EOAT changes.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma and solid knowledge with ENGEL injection-mold machinery and equipment, specialization in plastics/injection molding press/equipment.
• At least 3 years manufacturing experience in automotive/manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Process Technician in injection molding with medium tonnage machines.
• Experience with overhead crane operation.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and health & safety environments.
• Proven ability to handle diverse, complex fabrication/processing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Fully understand and operate injection molding machines and secondary equipment; address tooling issues to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Monitor process and product quality during tooling runs.
• Maintain and improve quality; work with Manufacturing Engineering to reduce downtime and scrap.
• Participate in tool changeover improvements (SMED) and EOAT changes.
• Record downtime, scrap, and changeover metrics; address processing issues safely.

Skills

Injection molding

Tooling troubleshooting

Quality systems

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Robotics familiarity

Education

Technical diploma

Tools

Engel injection molding machines

Overhead crane operation

SMED

End of Arm Tooling (EOAT)

Robot systems (Sepro/Engel)

Injection molding controllers (Engel/Husky)

Job description

DMS’ Purpose

We are creating a culture of service. We empower others to grow, rise and give back – accelerating positive change in the world. We lead with the heart to bring out the best in you – which brings out the best in us. We do well so we can do good.

Job Overview

Detroit Manufacturing Systems manufactures high-precision, injection molded plastic components for the automotive industry. The DMS Process Technician-IMM reports to the IMM Engineering Leader and will be accountable for maintaining high quality tooling and injection mold machinery and equipment through preventative maintenance, repairs and visual evaluation.

Primary Accountabilities And Responsibilities

• Fully understand and work with injection molding machines and secondary equipment, on tooling issues to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Monitor process and product-quality while tooling runs.
• Maintain and improve Quality.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to reduce downtime and scrap and improve process efficiency.
• Participate in improving tool changeover times, by using SMED; improve EOAT (end of arm tooling) change over time improved color changeover time.
• Identify molding problems due to tooling problems and report them to Supervisor.
• Participate in maintaining tooling and equipment thru TPM Program.
• Record downtime and scrap and changeover time
• Able to address minor processing issues.
• Work flexibility in order to meet customer demands and requirements.
• Work safely with mold changes, color changes and any movement with cranes and robot operations. Assist with any additional tasks as assigned by the company.

Required Skills/Educations/Experience

The ideal candidate will have/possess the following:

• Technical diploma, and solid knowledge and experience with ENGEL injection-mold machinery and equipment; specialization in plastics and/or injection molding press/equipment.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience within a fast-paced automotive/manufacturing environment.
• A minimum of (2+) years’ experience as a Process Technician in an injection molding, manufacturing/automotive environment with medium tonnage molding machines.
• Training and experience in the operation of overhead cranes.
• Proven ability to undertake tasks of substantial variety or complexity which require an extensive knowledge of fabrication/processing techniques, tools, materials, machines and equipment.
• Working knowledge of Quality systems, Health & Safety Environments.
• Strong technical problem solving skills.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient level of English required.
• Experience with Engel injection molding machines highly preferred and considered a plus.

Mold Changes

• Mold changes
• SMED (single minute exchange of Die) Quick Changeover experience
• Operate overhead crane up to 50 ton in size
• Knowledge of setting up, operating crane and differentiating which tools to use during mold changes
• Understanding of and consistent use of mold straps
• Understanding of Hydraulic and water connections and proper usage
• Use of Magnetic Platens, chains, eye bolts and D rings.
• Robot Knowledge:
• Robot experience (Sepro and Engle usage preferred)
• Able to operate Robot including start, stop, and navigating the robot properly
• End of Arm tool changes and troubleshooting experience
• Safe operation of Robot

Materials

• Basic Understanding of Polymers and Resins
• Experience specifically with the following materials: Polypropylene (PP), TPO, ABS, PCABS, Nylon, & Glass and Mineral filled PP.
• Basic Hopper and Dryer operations
• Understanding of which materials require Drying
• Basic Knowledge of Injection Molding Machine mounted blenders (MOTAN)
• Basic feed systems operation and trouble shooting
• Experience with color concentrate blending and troubleshooting with material.
• Experience performing color changes including purging machine and cleaning tools

Processing & Injection Molding Machinery

• An understanding of cold and hot runners and valve gated manifolds in Injection Molding Machine tooling
• Understanding and ability to follow water circuits
• Basic electrical understanding of Injection Molding Machines and tools (Thermocouples, wiring heater bands)
• Ability to change Nozzle tips and mixers
• Experience recording process parameters and reacting to out of control tolerances
• Experience loading processes (recipe) into Injection Molding Machine Controllers (Engle & Husky brands)
• Experience with Cores and ejection including troubleshooting
• Recording and understanding of mold change time, color change time, scrap percentage, efficiency and down time.
• Interior Injection Molding experience with Cosmetic “A” surface parts
• Knowledge and understanding of parts and function of all parts of an Injection Molding Press
• Knowledge and understanding of step by step processes in an injection mold cycle.
• Knowledge and understanding of proper cleaning, storage, safety procedures related to all aspects of operation and processing
• Short Shots
• Flash
• Splay
• Burns
• Bubbles
• Flow Lines
• Pin Push
• Sink Marks
• Working knowledge of Kanban
• Excellent housekeeping practices

Familiarity With Basic Tools Such As

• Screw Drivers
• Allen Wrench
• Mallet
• Other small hand tools as needed

Our Values

Gratitude * Integrity * Fun * Teamwork * Excellence * Diversity & Respect * Innovation * Commitment * Humility

“GIFTED people & RICH culture”