Molding Process Technician

Summary: Laszeray Technology, LLC Process Technicians perform various manufacturing jobs related to the Injection Molding Production area. A successful technician possesses the ability to operate production machines and auxiliary equipment, and set-up molding machines for production runs as needed. Candidates for this position require an ability to self-direct their work and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Responsibilities: • Understand and use a scientific approach to processing with injection molding machines in order to optimize processes and achieve the highest quality part. • Provide ownership and input of injection molding process and equipment for the reduction of defects, overall process improvement, and/or the reduction of downtime. • Set-up the operation of injection molding presses to mold products from thermoplastic materials. • Safely and efficiently install dies in machine, according to work order specifications, using clamps, bolts, and hand tools. • Operate overhead crane/hoist to correctly remove and install molds. • Read water diagrams and water molds accordingly. • Document all process changes. • Load the correct molding process into the molding machine when available and work alone and with others in the department to generate a solid process when necessary. • Mix thermoplastic materials and coloring pigments in mixing machine, according to formula. • Modify existing robot programs to handle parts without causing damage to the equipment or parts. • Communicate and translate what is happening from a molding point of view to operators, engineers, and management. • Evaluate parts for quality based on established criteria. • Monitor and troubleshoot processing problems; observe specific parts of equipment and materials in process to determine or analyze the cause of machine malfunctions. • Repair and/or make any necessary adjustments to equipment to obtain desired operating results. • Perform preventive maintenance and periodic checks on assigned equipment as prescribed or instructed. • Set-up and implement both pre- and post-molding secondary operations. • Material handling and manually switch over materials used on machinery. • Execute preventative maintenance tasks. []{sty=""}