Setup Technician - 1st Shift

McDonald Plastic Molding; Cuba City (WI); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

10 holidays

Résumé du poste

McDonald Plastic Molding is seeking a manufacturing associate responsible for daily mold setups and process adjustments. The role requires coordinating with lead technicians and supervisors to maintain best practices and safe operations.

Responsibilities include initial startups on new runs, process improvement, troubleshooting, documentation, and maintaining equipment. Forklift operation and adherence to safety culture are essential components of the job.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform daily mold setups and process adjustments.
• Capable of operating equipment and understanding inspection procedures.
• Willingness to follow safety practices and document results.

Responsabilités

• Perform an initial startup on a new production run after mold sets are complete.
• Work on processes to improve production efficiencies and reduce scrap rates.
• Troubleshoot process issues and consult with design/engineering for solutions.
• Document and record processes for all production runs for each customer.
• Set mold and start jobs according to standard procedures.
• Perform setup changes for secondary and degating operations on molding machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs as required.
• Maintain clear communication with Quality Control to ensure product quality.
• Operate forklift as required and report equipment issues to supervision.

Connaissances

Mold setup

Process adjustment

Forklift operation

Documentation

Safety compliance

Description du poste

Perform daily mold setups and process adjustments in a safe and timely mater. Work directly with lead Technician and Supervisor to maintain best manufacturing practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform an initial startup on a new production run after mold sets are complete.
• Work on processes to improve production efficiencies and reduce high scrap rates.
• Research problems with equipment and tooling and take corrective action.
• Trouble shoot process issues in the factory and consult with tool designer and project engineers for solutions to the problems.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Document and record processes for all production runs for each customer.
• Perform daily rounds and checks at each workstation:
• Set mold and start jobs according to standard procedures as instructed by supervisor or upper management.
• Set-up and changeover of equipment used for performing secondary and degating operations at the molding machines. (Tables, Conveyors, Water Tanks, Degaters, Fixtures, etc. .)
• Perform all aspects of changeover required for converting molding machines to various production of sample jobs.
• Put things in proper places when pulling jobs out. Mold inserts, fixtures, switches, valves, etc. .
• Perform minor mold maintenance and repair, including cavity, core and/or base changeover, as required.
• To perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs when necessary as required.
• Have a good knowledge of all machines and their functions and make sure your set-up people have this knowledge
• Maintain good communications with your Quality Control Department to insure quality products are produced on your shift and at start-up.
• Follow established procedures for the proper storage of molds and equipment.
• Keep set-up records in order and insure that set-up records are 100% accurate when filling them out.
• Take care of the equipment – use proper length bolts to fasten molds so threads are not stripped, watch centering rings, bumping of machines tie bards, safety gates and drop bars with the mold. Use care with auxiliary equipment. DME units fastened so as not to fall on the floor, water heats, etc. . Overall put a little extra thought in everyday duties that you perform.
• Stage molds and equipment for upcoming jobs.
• Stage break periods so machinery is not left idle. This may require and early or late break.
• To assist with required machine and/or equipment adjustments and troubleshooting to insure safe, efficient operations as directed by shift supervisor.
• Operator the forklift as required.
• Report problems, needs, and equipment breakdowns to your supervisor so it can be corrected.
• Accurately complete all record keeping forms.
• When required, to perform any job in a lower rated classification that is necessary to support plant operations safely and efficiently.
• Assist in secondary work as needed and as time permits
• Spend adequate time before and after each shift to ensure all information is properly passed onto oncoming shifts.
• Be available to work overtime as needed.
• If something, does not seem quite right question it and report it to your supervisor immediately.
• Adhere to all company policies regarding conduct, safety practices, and job performance.

Strategic planning for the growth and success of McDonald Plastic Molding.

• Participate in-group and individual training.
• Develop and implement McDonald PlasticMolding’s core values and mission statement.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner while supporting and encouraging the company’s safety culture.
• Determine personal strengths and delegate workload that best fits each individual.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment.
• Perform all job duties with a positive, collaborative, and encouraging attitude.

Perform other duties as required or directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

BENEFITS

Benefits include major medical (BCBS), Delta dental and vision, company sponsored basic life insurance and short-term disability. Voluntary life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability available. Competitive 401(k) with company matching, generous PTO, 10 paid holidays, and company giveaways, family picnics, and more!

A pre-employment and 9 panel (no THC) Drug screen required.

McDonald Plastic Molding is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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