Technician - Molding Process - Day Shift

Ultradent Products, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultradent Products, Inc. is seeking Process Technicians to operate and set up injection molding machines for precision molded plastic parts in Salt Lake City.

The role follows a 5/8 schedule (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) within the United States, with responsibilities covering machine start-up, process monitoring and quality control. Applicants should have 5+ years of injection molding experience, strong math and quality measurement skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in arithmetic and measurements
• Experience diagnosing faults and maintaining process control
• Familiarity with mold tooling and components
• Ability to collaborate with team members
• Previous molding set-up experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of molding processing and plastics characteristics
• Demonstrated problem solving and root/cause analysis skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Systematic Molding I – RJG, Paulson, or other accreditation

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine repairs and maintain cycle times and product quality
• Prepare quality and production documentation prior to release to production
• Set up press tonnage and mold protection
• Ensure first piece quality before releasing to production
• Set up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal
• Start and process molding machines
• Program and operate injection molding machines
• Pull and set injection molds
• Handle and care for materials, molds and tooling
• Maintain positive environment aligned with company goals

Skills

Mathematics

Quality measurements

Mold tooling

Team collaboration

Mold setup

Communication (oral & written)

Plastics molding knowledge

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Accreditation (RJG/Paulson)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Process Technicians

are responsible for the proper set up and operation of injection molding machines for the production of precision molded plastic parts. Monitors the molding process to ensure product quality. Executes daily production tasks in accordance with production schedule.5/8 Schedule (MON-FRI 6AM-2:30PM) (United States of America)

General Responsibilities

• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives

• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, continuous process control by monitoring and making adjustments to maintain standard cycle times, product quality, equipment performance, and identifies potential maintenance needs/issues

• Ensure all quality and production documentation is prepared prior to releasing to production

• Ensure that press tonnage setting & mold damage protection is set.

• Ensure first piece quality prior to releasing machine to production

• Set up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal

• Start and process molding machines

• Program and operate injection molding machines

• Pull and set injection molds

• Responsible for proper handling and care of all materials, molds and tooling

• Ensure a positive work environment and awareness of company goals and objectives

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in intermediate mathematics

• Strong familiarity with quality measurements

• Familiarity with mold tooling and components

• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively

• Previous molding set-up experience

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written

• Understanding of molding processing including the nature of plastics

• Demonstrated problem solving and root/cause analysis skills

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude

• Systematic Molding I – RJG, Paulson, or other accreditation

• Three years minimum experience in a plastic manufacturing facility as a process technician/set up technician

Experience/Schooling or Degree Required

• Experience: 5+ years of injection molding experience as a Process Technician and is able to demonstrate evidence of knowledge.

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Ultradent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a global culture where differences and perspectives are sought after, welcomed, and embraced. We consider all qualified applicants fairly, based on their experience, skills, and potential to contribute to our team. Our core values – Integrity, care, quality, innovation, and hard work- guide us daily. These values, when balanced, shape our workplace culture and ensure that we remain focused on our vision while maintaining a professional and inclusive environment.
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