Injection Molder
- Harrisonburg, VA, United States
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Job details
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGIST (Thermoplastics / Production Technologist) Mon-Sun 6:00am-2:00pm or 2:00pm-10:00pm $25.00-$32.00
Main tasks and responsibilities:
Set up and start injection molding machines, molds and auxiliary equipment. • Adjust machine parameters (temperature, pressure, speed, cooling time) to achieve optimal cycle times and quality. • Analyze production data and make process improvements to reduce waste and increase efficiency. • Implement changes to improve part consistency and surface finish. • Solves simple technical problems in production that shift managers cannot solve. • Regularly cleans tools and machines and assembly lines in production. • Cooperates with independent operational technologists on more demanding tasks. • Collaborate with maintenance team to repair and maintain equipment. • Record machine settings, process changes and production data
What do we expect?
- Knowledge of plastic injection molding technology. • Strong understanding of plastic materials and molding principles. • Ability to interpret technical drawings and process documentation. • Knowledge of machine control systems (e.g. Engel, Arburg, Sumitomo, …). • Experience with IBM and EBM technology is an advantage. • Attention to detail and focus on quality and safety. • 2-5 years in injection molding setup, processing and technician roles. • Willingness to work in 2ND shift #INDHar
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Skills
- Assembly
- Maintain equipment
- Technical drawings
- Documentation
- Machine control systems
- Attention to detail