Process Technician - Ottawa KS

Monoflo International; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company?

Health coverage

Disability insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Paid time off

Christmas shutdown

Raffle perks

Locally sourced prizes

Job summary

Monoflo International, Inc. is seeking a Process Technician to own daily operation of injection molding machines and automation cells. The role involves startup of machines from 180T to 1100T, programming robots, and managing auxiliary equipment.

You will troubleshoot complex process issues and support engineering during mold and machine startups. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in plastic injection molding, experience with robots, and familiarity with Engel/JSW systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in plastic injection molding processes.
• Experience with robots and automation is desirable.
• Experience with Engel, JSW, United Silicone, TCUs, and utility systems is highly desirable.
• Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide production process support to the Plant Manager as the internal processing expert in injection molding.
• Startup injection molding machines across a wide tonnage range (180T–1100T).
• Startup automation cells including Fanuc robots and assembly equipment.
• Program robots used to pick parts from molding machines and place on conveyors.
• Set up auxiliary equipment used in the molding process; temperature control units, heater controllers, material blenders, etc.
• Perform advanced plastic process troubleshooting for defects and inconsistencies.
• Troubleshoot auxiliary equipment and automation cell equipment.
• Support Engineering with new mold and machine start ups and validation.
• Identify processing inconsistencies and root cause between mold, machine, or material.
• Use IQMS for production schedule planning, downtime, and reject coding.
• Conduct Quality Audits to validate finished goods quality at molding.
• Audit process parameter log history and trends; take corrective actions.
• Train Supervisors and Cell Technicians on shift.

Skills

Injection molding

Robotics & automation

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Tools

Engel machines

JSW machines

TCUs

Utility systems

Job description

Description

The Process Technician is the primary owner for the daily operation of injection molding machines, automation cells, robots, auxiliary equipment, and standard operating processes. Advanced troubleshooting of defects, process inconsistencies, and ability to identify problems between mold, machine, and material provides opportunities to optimize the current process and improve the overall molding process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide production process support to the Plant Manager as the internal processing expert in injection molding
• Startup injection molding machines; size ranges 180T to 1100T
• Startup automation cells including Fanuc robots and assembly equipment
• Uses all machine brands and controllers: Engel, JSW
• Program robots used to pick parts from molding machine and place on conveyors
• Set up auxiliary equipment used in the molding process; temperature control units, heater controllers, material blenders, hot stamp equipment
• Perform advanced plastic process troubleshooting for defects
• Troubleshoot auxiliary equipment and automation cell equipment
• Support Engineering with new mold and machine start ups
• Identify processing inconsistencies and cause mold, machine, or material
• Use IQMS for production schedule planning, downtime, and reject coding
• Conduct Quality Audits to validate quality of finished goods at time of molding
• Audit process parameter log history, identify trends and molding performance concerns, and take appropriate action
• Conduct training of Supervisors and Cell Technicians on shift, improving their process and root cause skills

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in plastic injection molding processes
• Experience with robots and automation desirable
• Experience with Engel, JSW, United Silicone, TCU’s, and utility systems is highly desirable
• Highly responsible and reliable with self-initiative
• Flexible and adaptable to priority changes
• Demonstrates problem solving skills with the focus on root cause analysis

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with company match and annual/quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Security: Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Optional Extras: Employee-paid voluntary life insurance and supplemental benefits.
• Time Off: Competitive PTO, paid holidays, and a company-paid Christmas shutdown.
• Unique Perks:
  • Raffles for concerts, sports, and entertainment tickets.
  • Locally sourced prize raffles.

Who we are:

Monoflo International, Inc. stands as a prominent provider of innovative and eco-friendly business-to-business reusable packaging solutions. Since our inception in 1973, we've remained a family-owned and operated enterprise, steadily advancing as a premier manufacturer of plastic, reusable transport packaging solutions. While our product range is diverse, our core focus remains unwavering: harnessing cutting-edge technology to produce top-tier products that facilitate seamless product transportation for our clients.

We empower our employees to steer their career trajectories, fostering an environment where dedication and excellence are duly recognized and rewarded with avenues for growth. While collaboration is central to our ethos, we emphasize individual accountability and ownership as fundamental drivers of success within our organization.

Disclaimer: Monoflo International is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer.