Injection Mold Technician

Leviton; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) Program with employer matching

Up to 18 days Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Bothell, WA, is seeking an Injection Molding Technician to set up and operate injection molding machines. Responsibilities include performing inspections, maintaining machines, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have a minimum of three years' experience in plastics injection molding processes and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of three years’ experience in plastics injection molding processes.
• Proficient in operation of injection molding machinery and auxiliary equipment.
• Previous experience with ERP Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform in-process inspection of injection molded components.
• Monitor tooling condition and notify Tooling of quality issues.
• Perform daily machine maintenance and repair.

Skills

Ability to read, understand, and navigate through online assembly process documents

Ability to perform inventory movement transactions

Basic math skills

Ability to read drawings & blueprints

Effective communication

Judgment for safety hazards

Teamwork and independent work

Multi-tasking and flexibility

Education

High School education or GED

AA Degree preferred

Minimum of three years’ experience in injection molding processes

Tools

Forklift operation

ERP Systems

Job description

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About the role

The Injection Molding Technician is responsible for setting up and operation of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment, adjust and maintain process parameters to ensure quality standards are met, prepare raw materials, perform core or cavity changes, troubleshoot new and modified molds, maintain daily process logs and report any issues to Supervisor. This position works under minimal supervision.

Relocation Assistance Offered to the Seattle, WA area!

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspection of injection molded components which includes visual inspection and/or dimensional measurement for conformance to requirements defined on drawings, Standard Inspection Plans, Visual Factory or other documents
• Weigh count and stage transacted molded materials for storing
• Remove scrap and trash from manufacturing areas
• Generate production, move and scrap transactions as needed to ensure inventory accuracy
• Clean auxiliary equipment that supports the injection mold process
• Monitor tooling condition and notify Tooling when mold is unable to produce quality parts or when preventative maintenance is required
• Reprocess sprues and runners into regrind to be blended back into the process per quality system requirements
• Perform daily molding machine maintenance and molding machine repair as required
• Perform insert changes and modification/adjustment of injection molding parameters

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and navigate through online assembly process documents
• Ability to perform inventory movement transactions
• Understanding of basic math skills – adding, subtracting and measuring
• Ability to read drawings & blueprints
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions both verbally and in written format
• Ability to use judgement to identify potential safety hazards
• Ability to use judgment related to identifying and segregating non-conforming materials and components
• Ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility

This is designated as a Safety Sensitive position

Education & Experience

• High School education or GED required; AA Degree preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in plastics injection molding processes
• Previous forklift experience preferred
• Experience with ERP Systems preferred
• Proficient in the operation of injection molding machinery and auxiliary equipment

Work Environment/ Physical Demands

• This position requires 20% clerical and planning and 80% material handling, production assembly machine operations, and/or walking and assisting production employees
• Work is primarily performed on the manufacturing floor where noise levels may be moderate or high and hearing protection may have to be worn
• Eye and foot protection may have to be worn
• Lifting of weights up to 30 pounds may occur regularly, with a potential for lifting weights of up to 45 pounds on an occasional basis
• There is potential exposure to extreme temperatures
• The occasional physical demands of the position include climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and eye/hand/foot coordination
• May stand or sit for prolonged periods of time

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical (with an HSA option), Dental, Vision and Rx coverage beginning the 1st day of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Program with employer matching contributions. Participation begins immediately upon hire; employer match begins after 1 year of service
• Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance options
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Up to 18 days Paid Time Off

Other perks include Volunteer Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Advocacy Program, Bereavement Leave, and additional wellness incentive programs.

For more information about benefits, please go to: careers.leviton.com/benefits

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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