Job Description

Job Description: Injection Mold Setter/Jr. Process Technician

Revere Plastics Systems is an industry-leading custom injection molding company recognized for delivering flexible, economical, and professional solutions to our clients. With over 50 years of experience, Revere Plastics Systems has remained in the top 100 plastic injection molders, with presses ranging from 25 to 3,300 tons for 25 years. We are building a culture that fosters personal and professional development within a collaborative, team-centric workplace.

We are seeking an experienced and talented Injection Mold/Jr. Process Technicians to join our team. We are building a culture that fosters personal and professional development within a collaborative, team-centric workplace. Successful team members at Revere are passionate about achieving their goals and believe in striving for improvement in all things every day. This opportunity involves supporting complex program launches and reviewing current programs and machines to improve production efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for achieving the minimum possible mold change/set-up time.

• Mold changes, including proper watering and clamping of molds. Basic machine operations and machine set-up, including barrel heats, pressures, timers, clamp settings, and all clamp functions.

• Properly reading mold schedule and mold identification.

• Maintain machine cleanliness including building proper chutes to contain ejected parts from machines. Clean purge and excess material from machines. Remove any parts, etc. – from under machines.

• Safety first mindset. Ensure all safety features, such as drop bars and switches, are functioning.

• Maximize uptime on all machine centers with the objective of reducing and eliminating downtime.

In addition to setting molds, possess the ability to perform or willingness to learn:

• Startup and troubleshoot the injection molding process.
• Document all process parameters on documents to the Master Setup Sheets.
• Ensure process parameters and mold protection settings meet process specifications.
• Make necessary adjustments to prevent part defects.
• Respond to all Quality and Operator issues regarding parts and processes.
• Maintain and improve manufacturing efficiencies.
• Drive reduction of scrap through the elimination of mold conditions using corrective action and mold maintenance forms.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED required, degree a plus.

• 1 to 3 years of experience setting molds and/or troubleshooting injection molding preferred.

• Experience in thermoplastic injection molding is highly preferred.

• Knowledge of set-up for injection molding machines.

• Professional and respectful communication skills.

• Problem-solving ability and working knowledge of machinery, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

• Willing to stay current with technology through continuous education.

• Must demonstrate reliability by maintaining an excellent attendance record at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Able to lift, move, push, and pull up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Bend, stoop, stand, sit, and walk for up to 8 hours to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% to 100% of the time.
• Vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Able to ascend/descend forklift and standing lift, trailers, steps, ladders, etc.
• Must be able to turn head to look in the direction of travel and look up. Must be able to wear the seat belt during forklift operation per OSHA regulation.
• No aversion to heights.

You should be proficient in:

• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Injection Molding Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Injection Molding Machine
• Forklifts
• Industrial Robot
• Overhead Crane