Set Up Technician - Injection Molding

Cool Gear International; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A leading outdoor product company in Katy, Texas, seeks a motivated Set Up Technician to set up injection molding machines and ensure efficient production of cooler products. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience in plastic processing, and must be able to operate forklifts. This role is in a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 6 months of mold changing and/or processing plastics experience.
• 6 months experience operating a sit-down gas-powered forklift.
• Able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines/auxiliary equipment for injection molding.
• Ensure safe and efficient production activities.
• Complete paperwork and monitor assigned processes.

Skills

Knowledge of basic machine functions

Mechanic aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Tools

Sit-down gas-powered forklift

Job description

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About the position

Igloo Products Corp is an iconic and fast-growing American brand known for exceptional and durable performance for everyday cooler needs. After more than 75 years of as the leader as a housewares brand, Igloo has pivoted to a high growth lifestyle brand for outside activities associated with fun, family and friends

Founded in as a metalworking shop bringing fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field to inventing the Playmate to becoming America’s most recognizable brand of ice chests, the Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today, Igloo has 90% + brand awareness and is #1 in market share in the US, is a pioneer in sustainability for our category with the launch of biodegradable coolers and coolers made with from post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials and has a growing DTC business allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands and now there is the opportunity to Globally grow both brands together.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Set Up Technician – Injection Molding.

This role is responsible for setting up machines/auxiliary equipment to manufacture plastic parts in the injection molding process in the production of cooler related products to standard and goals.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Hang molds and set up auxiliary equipment to run in a safe, productive, and efficient manner and that production activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures.
• Ensure safe working practices are followed and all accidents, hazards, near misses, and property damage are reported in the required time.
• Set molds in a timely manner as recommended by management.
• Operate crane to replace molds.
• Forklift to molds.
• Remain current on forklift training and certification as required by supervisor, manager, and/or Igloo Safety.
• Complete paperwork.
• Primary responsibility for the monitoring and control of assigned process.
• Primary responsibility for the set-up and bring up to specification of assigned processes.
• Primary responsibility from the seeking of solutions for technical problems associated with assigned processes.
• Interface between Methods, Tooling, and Maintenance related to assigned processes.
• Verification of tooling, instructions, and materials prior to use on assigned processes.
• Promote Safety and Quality and Environmental awareness.
• Perform process verification prior to job commencement.
• Ensure all labor and machine timesheets are completed accurately and submitted as required.
• Ensure work area(s) are maintained in a clean and organized manner.
• Ensure that scrap is minimized through process enhancements.
• Stop the production of non-conforming product as recommended by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

• Medical
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short term & Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

A suitable background would be a solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Experience: 6 months of mold changing and/or processing plastics experience; 6 months experience operating a sit-down gas-powered forklift.
• English language skills: Able to read, write, speak and comprehend English.
• Math skills: Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Physical Demands: Able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. multiple times a day during a 12 hr. shift; Bend and stand in difficult positions up to 12 hours; Able to manipulate tools with both hands and stand for long hours.
• Work environment: Warehouse environment hot and humid in summer months, cold in winter months. High noise requiring use of hearing protection.
• Must have own tools.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Knowledge of basic machine functions.
• Mechanic aptitude.

And of course – our Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star?

Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Igloo offers equal opportunities for everyone. Equal opportunities mean that all employees shall be treated according to their abilities and qualifications in every employment decision, including but not limited to hiring, advancement, compensation benefits, training, lay-offs and termination. Any form of discrimination or harassment against employees due to personal factors, such as gender, ethnicity, skin color, age, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability and pregnancy or employees with family responsibilities is prohibited.

All applicants must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

Igloo supports and respects the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights. We do not tolerate child labor or any form of modern slavery, including forced, bonded or compulsory labor, physical or psychological punishment or human trafficking.

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