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Injection Process Technician Lead (2nd or 3rd Shift)

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  1. Automotive
  2. Maintenance, Process and Technology
  3. Permanent
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$ 76000 - $ 76000

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Job Title: Process Technician Lead (Injection Molding)
Location: Anderson, SC
Shifts Available: 1 opening on 2nd shift (4pm-12:00am), 1 opening on 3rd shift (12am-8am)
Pay: $36.59/hr starting pay plus $.25 shift differential
Status of Hire: full-time, direct hire, hourly non-exempt
*$2500 sign on bonus eligibility*

*currently working 6 days/week*

Activities:
• Lead a team of Injection Molding Process Technicians on your shift in ensuring the injection molding machines are set to the correct process parameters to produce quality, acceptable parts for production as set forth by the Process Engineers
• Troubleshoot injection machines, robots, material feed systems, and EOAT (End of Arm Tooling)
• Perform changeovers on Engel, Krauss Maffei, and Husky high-tonnage injection molding presses
• Troubleshoot Kuka and/or ABB robots and Piovan systems
• Ensure machines are running efficiently; monitoring equipment and acting as first line of maintenance to prevent machine downtime

Work experience requirements:
• Prior Team Lead experience with hands-on plastic injection mold processing experience in the automotive industry, setting of process parameters (temperatures, pressures, speeds), experience with both hot and cold runner systems, multi-cavity molds, high tonnage molds
• Experience performing mold changeovers and wearing safety equipment/harnesses
• Technical training in Scientific Molding or RJG, Paulson, etc. a plus
• 5 years’ minimum experience required with any of the following large tonnage injection molding presses: Engel, Krauss-Maffei, Husky, Van Dorn, HPM, Cincinnati Milacron, etc.

Education Requirements:
• Must have minimum High School Diploma / GED
• Must have a clear understanding of injection molding processes and how the equipment functions
• Must have basic computer skills
• Basic skills such as reading, writing, and math
• Must have good problem-solving skills
• Must have the ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs without assistance
• Must be able to bend, squat, and reach to achieve machine connections.
• Must be able to distinguish colors (mold and machine connections are color-coded)
• Must be able to wear a bump cap and or hard hat at all times while operating the overhead crane or while inside the Injection molding machines.
• Must be able to push/pull on all serviceable connections (water, electrical, and hydraulic)
• Must be able to move and or manipulate crane/mold lifting chains and hooks
• Must be able to handle a high stress and fast passed environment
• Must be able to work overtime to support vacation and call-out coverage
• Must be able to operate an overhead crane safely and proficiently

** Must be permanently authorized to work in the US for any employer regardless of visa transfer or sponsorship
** Must be able to pass a drug test and background check to be eligible for employment

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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