Process Technician / Rotating Days

VPET USA, LLC; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the PET bottle industry seeks an Injection Molding Technician to maintain and optimize the production line. The role involves machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and collaborating with the engineering team to enhance production efficiency. Strong emphasis on safety and compliance with quality standards is required, along with a commitment to continuous improvement. Applicants should have technical training and experience in industrial environments, along with a robust skill set in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.

Benefits

Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance

401k plan with employer contribution

Vacation and sick pay

Holiday pay for eight (8) holidays per year

Basic Life Insurance paid

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum in an industrial setting with processing or maintenance responsibilities.
• Experience with industrial processing equipment and infrastructure, blow molding and injection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for diagnosing and performing preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Monitor and adjust bottle processes to optimize bottle quality and minimize scrap.
• Assist with cross-training technicians and perform machine installations.

Skills

Basic mechanical troubleshooting

Basic electrical troubleshooting

Ability to manage multiple tasks

English proficiency

Basic math skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical School training in Injection/Blow Molding

Job description

Salary Status: DOE

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Sr.Processing Engineer

Job Description Overview:

The Injection Molding Technician supports our PET bottle production line. You will be responsible for machine maintenance to include diagnosing, performing preventative and corrective maintenance. This role will be cross-trained in our Process/Maintenance-Technician Blow Molding role. This position supports process improvement and new technology process to achieve goals for profitability, safety and ergonomics. In addition, you will be responsible for assisting the Chief Engineer and Management team with other projects as assigned.

• Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
• Adheres to all instructions, Good Manufacturing Practices and housekeeping procedures.
• Process, troubleshoot and repair of all machines and support equipment.
• Monitor and adjust bottle processes to optimize bottle quality and minimize scrap and maintain quality.
• Complete preform and bottle changeovers.
• Become proficient in facility specific blow molder and injection equipment operations & troubleshooting.
• Replace or Repair machine parts.
• Assist with machine installation.

Process/Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Reduce Scrap and promote efficient operations of the cycle time.
• Provide innovative and creative solutions to production problems.
• Follow the complete Start-up and Shut-down procedure as per Company's and Machine requirements.
• Preventative Maintenance.
• Maintain downtime documentation throughout the shift to support data collection, problem solving and daily meetings.
• Assists with cross-training technicians and perform tasks such as those listed below:
  • Mold Changes and Mold Cleaning
  • Starting and stopping the injection molding machines
  • Starting and stopping the conveyors
  • Purging out the injection molding machine
  • Changing out and cleaning out the dryer filters
  • Maintenance of the chiller system

Education and/or Experience:

• Experience with industrial processing equipment and infrastructure. Blow molding and injection preferred.
• 3 years minimum in an industrial setting with processing or maintenance responsibilities.
• Technical School training in Injection/Blow Molding preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Other skills and abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, identify problems, address problems and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• English skills must be proficient to read, write and communicate.
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic mechanical trouble shooting and repair
• Basic electrical trouble shooting and repair
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Must be able to operate material handling equipment.
• Must be committed to the success of the entire organization
• Understand and comply with applicable OSHA safety rules/regulations and Lock-out/Tag-out requirements.
• Must be able to become forklift certified within 60 days.

Physical Requirements:

• Requirements include, but are not limited to:
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.
• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions.
• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
• 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 5%.
• Company offers vacation and sick pay.
• Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year.
• Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.