Injection Molding Process Technician

Antolin

Injection Molding Process Technician 1st or 2nd Shift

Shelby Township, Michigan, United States

Who are we:

Antolin is a leading global automotive supplier; we are experts in designing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative solutions for vehicles around the world. Our product portfolio includes trim, headliners, and cockpits, as well as lighting and other interior systems. We offer comprehensive solutions with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Our products are used in many of the world’s leading car brands. In fact, Antolin equips nearly 600 vehicle models around the world.

With over 120 plants in 25 countries, Antolin has achieved this strong industry presence through over seventy years of working with our customers in order to develop a complete cycle of component manufacturing, from their conception and design, through the development and validation stages, to their industrialisation and sequenced delivery.

We are working hard on spearheading the transformation that the automotive industry is currently experiencing with regard to vehicle interiors by collaborating with our customers. We do so in order to develop more sustainable and technologically advanced vehicles that are also adapted to the new needs and requirements of their passengers.

As part of this transformation, Antolin is committed to a sustainable business model that focuses on and creates value for all its stakeholders, including its customers, employees, investors, suppliers, and society as a whole.

What we offer our employees:

• You will be part of a highly engaged multinational with international career opportunities.
• We offer you a learning journey adapted to your professional experience.
• You will work on international projects for world- renowned companies in Automotive sector.
• You can find an Open Environment to learn new technologies.
• We can offer you a competitive salary, benefits and valuable OEM discounts.

Mission:

The Injection Molding Process Technician is responsible for making sure the injection molding machines are running to standard and producing quality parts. They are responsible for performing safe, quick, and accurate mold changes. They are also responsible for ensuring that the correct base resin, colorant and let down ratios are being used in each molding machine. They work with the Production Supervisors to ensure that customer schedules are met with the allotted business plan and labor, with minimal scrap and down time. Responsible for facility 5S, production efficiency (OEE), labor efficiency (OLE) and scrap percentages.

Essential Functions of Role:

Performs start-up/shut down and mold changes within assigned injection molding press and all other related equipment according to procedure and production schedules. Presses may vary in tonnage sizes, makes and models.

The Molding Process Technician Are Required to Complete the following Grupo Antolin Shelby Process Tracking Sheets Daily (The Number of Process sheets may be increased or reduced with Notification):

1) 1ST PIECE APPROVAL (Requires Sign Off).

2) PROCESS VERIFICATION SHEETS (Chech & Initials Required).

3) PRIMARY MAINTENANCE SHEETS (Check & Initials Required).

4) PURGE RECORD SHEET (Weigh, Record, Initials Required).

5) TOOL CHANGE CHECK SHEET (Mold Change, Sign Off Required).

6) WEEKLY PRIMARY MAINTENANCE FOR MOLDING PROCESS (Task List & Sign Off Required).

7) END OF SHIFT REPORT (Required to be complete detailing the Shift Efforts and Issues).

Troubleshoots injection molding machine issues, secondary fixture issues, and processing, robotics or tool issues. Work in conjunction with maintenance personnel and other support personnel to have the least amount of downtime understanding that every minute counts.

Safely operate overhead crane to transport molds from one area/machine to another.

Ensures assigned presses are operating at established Processes and Cycle Times producing quality parts. A DEVIATION Request May be needed when adjusting the process when quality and/or the cycle is out of specification.

Monitor and record process adjustments to achieve targets without jeopardizing quality.

Makes suggestions for continuous process and cycle time improvements & carefully monitor and minimize scrap.

Assures mold changes are done efficiently and verify changes are correct before starting the machine.

Required to Save and tag last shots from previous jobs.

Assures press and surrounding area is clean before startup of machine. (PRIMARY MAINTENANCE Applies)

Immediately Escalate Press or Tool Downtime, Notify Supervisor of Work Order Request with details of Machine or Tool Issue.

Verifies correct material and colorant are in hopper before starting up as well as clean out the hopper to reduce color change scrap.

Provides support on all resin handling equipment in the molding area and ensure that it is operating correctly.

Works with supervision to maximize machine time by color changing and resin changing in time and in a safe manner.

Understands the operation of the Shelby Con-Air resin handling system.

Molding Technicians Must Notify Molding Team Supervisor (N+1) of Time Off Requests, or Emergency Call-In Requests

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience
• 5-7 Years of related experience. Experience in mold setting and all auxiliary equipment. Experience in resin/colorant a plus. Experience with overhead cranes, proper rigging techniques, forklift operation.
• Professional and effective communication and representation skills.
• Must be very organized and detail oriented with an emphasis on accuracy.
• Manage time effectively.
• Capable of producing a quality molded part thru process changes, also ability to program robots, given the proper training. Knowledge of lockout tag out, electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Multiple process/material disciplines relative to automotive interiors, injection molding & assembly operations
• I-P09-A Documents to Support the Process, G-P016-III 5S Methodology, G-P104-I Red Table Management, B-AM-SLB-ALL-001 Autonomous Maintenance, I-P061-III-A List of Special Characteristics, FCA CSR 8.2.3.1.2 Customer-designated special characteristics.

Here at Antolin, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

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