Production Technician I (2nd Shift)

Viant Medical Inc.; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Viant Medical Inc. seeks a Process Technician II to operate and troubleshoot injection molding processes on multiple presses (10-1000T) in a fast-paced medical manufacturing environment.

You will conduct mold changes, document changes, and collaborate with the Shift Supervisor to ensure production targets, quality, and safety are met. Candidates should have 5+ years in medical molding with robotics experience and be able to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Injection Molding Process Technician role.
• Experience with medical molding operations and robotics.
• Must provide own tools.
• Strong root-cause troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start and process injection molding machines per standard work.
• Ensure secondary equipment is set up and running correctly.
• Diagnose production problems and make adjustments.
• Document cycle changes and log production details.
• Communicate equipment issues to Shift Supervisor.
• Perform TPM on assigned presses.
• Maintain tooling setup documentation and cleanliness.
• Assist teams with operational problems and training.

Skills

Injection Molding

Process Troubleshooting

Robot Operation

Tooling Setup

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Injection Molding Machines (10-1000T)

Robots

Job description

JOB TITLE: PROCESS TECHNICIAN II
REPORTS TO: SHIFT SUPERVISOR
DIRECT REPORTS: NONE
EMPLOYMENT: Full Time- Non Exempt- Hourly Role
This is highly independent and responsible position reporting to the Shift Supervisor. A Process Technician II will serve as a very robust technician on injection molding machines, auxiliary and processing equipment.
Strong Trouble Shooting Skills Required In This Position.
A Process Technician II is responsible for mold changes, F/A submissions, set-ups & process troubleshooting on the assigned shift. This position will communicate processing and troubleshooting issues on the shift with Shift Supervisor.
A Process Technician II position provides hands‑on technical support to the Shift Supervisor.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up, start and process shoot injection molding machines in accordance with standard work.
• Ensure all secondary equipment is set up and running accurately.
• Diagnose production problems and make adjustments.
• Document changes to cycles and job log during set up/start up and production run.
• Communicate and repair all details of the malfunction of equipment or tooling to the Shift Supervisor
• Complete TPM (Total Preventative Maintenance) on assigned presses.
• Complete all documentation pertaining to injection molding machine set up and tool cleaning/prepping.
• Ensure molds are cleaned/prepped and tagged/staged properly per standard work.
• Assist operator Teams with operating problems.
• Assisting in training Process Technician I's as needed.
• Helping Material Handlers with troubleshooting feed problems.
• Use strong problem‑solving skills to trouble shoot molding machines and auxiliary equipment. Determines the root cause of machine alarms. Make all necessary adjustments and recommendations for tool or machine repair.
• Assist in all validations and tool approvals for their assigned shift.
• Ensures all standard cycle times are met.
• Check and complete all paperwork associated with the setup and adjustments of tooling, machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process.
• Maintain a safe working environment. Maintain a good housekeeping policy.
• Communicate best practice to other team members and shifts.
• Other projects and tasks assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ Years experience as an Injection Molding Process Technician in an Injection Molding Facility. Machines from 10-1000T.
• Experience in medical molding operations and robots.
• Must provide own tools.
• Minimize equipment down‑time.
• Leadership and training experience preferred. Be fully conversant with all equipment, tools and measuring instruments associated with the manufacturing cycle.
• Knowledge of plastic processing variables and decoupled molding
• Experience in process troubleshooting, and root cause identification are key components of this position.
• Familiarity with clean room operations.
• Ability to start & troubleshoot molding machines and robots.
• Should have good mechanical aptitude, be able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced work environment and have general knowledge of hand tools.
• Capable of reading and understanding blueprints.
• Must be willing to work off shift and overtime.
• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma is required.
Technical degree or Scientific Molding Principals training is preferred.
Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree for a candidate who can demonstrate the combination of experience, training and education to be capable of successfully fulfilling all duties and responsibilities of the position.
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Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end‑to‑end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small‑company service and attention with big‑company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.