PLASTIC INJECTION MOLDING PROCESS TECHNICIAN - Second Shift
We are looking for a Process Technician with exceptional attention to detail to join our technical team. This is a second shift position. Second shift hours are 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
Interested? Apply online at https://demgychicago.prevueaps.com/jobs/309154-20591.html
About DEMGY Chicago, LLC
Formerly known as Met2Plastic, LLC, we are a premier custom injection molder and mold builder operating in the Chicago area since 1970
- We are a U.S. division of DEMGY Group (formerly Dedienne Multiplasturgy in Normandy France)
- We serve the Medical, Aerospace, and Industrial Equipment industries
- Our facility has a team of 45 people, and we are growing
- Our work environment is collaborative and friendly
- We are committed to training and developing our employees -- we have a track record of promoting from within
- We have a family culture: we value everyone who works here and we understand the need for work/life balance
About (some Of) Our Benefits
Our employees' well-being is important to us, so we offer more than just a paycheck.
- Secure your Future: 401(k) with weekly company match
- Secure your Peace of Mind: Personal/Sick leave benefits accrue weekly, and do not expire at year end
- Secure your Health: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Platinum, Gold and Silver Options
- Enjoy your Free Time: 10 paid holidays annually, plus paid Vacation benefits that accrue weekly, and do not expire at year end
About This Position
Primary Job Responsibilities
Use Scientific Injection Molding principles to keep molding processes running smoothly in order to produce high quality plastic components
Support production by optimizing and/or trouble-shooting existing processes
Provide technical support/solutions to manufacturing processes, improve yield and throughput, drive cost reduction activities and improve on part quality
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to technicians, operators and other production personnel.
Use systematic problem solving tools to troubleshoot both current and new product issues
Develop and maintain process documentation ensuring that processes and procedures are clearly stated and understandable for all employees
Write robot programs and develop processes on secondary operations equipment
Work with equipment and material vendors to resolve processing issues, as needed
Assist in the implementation of new product into production
Assist production team with process development, following qualification protocol requirements, and the creation of production's technical documentation
Use scientific injection molding principles in the development of qualifying a new mold
Troubleshoot existing processes to improve product quality, productivity and overall equipment efficiency
Implement technical solutions, including scientific and statistical methodology, to meet customer cost, quality, and delivery expectations
Facilitate and support safety, environmental, and ergonomics efforts
Mentor and train other production personnel as needed
Maintain 5S organization on production floor
Education And Job Skill Requirements
Minimum Education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent
Proficiency in Scientific Injection Molding: Both a working knowledge of, and experience with, Scientific Injection Molding principles
3 or more years injection molding experience
Good math computation skills (addition, subtraction, percentages, ratios)
Good Time Management skills to maintain organized work environment, multi-task effectively
Good communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational skills
Good computer skills, Word, Excel, etc
Friendly, professional manner
Commitment to accuracy and quality of work
Exceptional attention to detail
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift (8-10 hrs / day)
No restrictions on twisting and bending (to move product and set molds)
Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 55 lbs)
Regular use of hands (100% of time)
Ability to work in a shop environment frequent exposure to loud noises, dust, solvents, and oils
Frequent reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling and crouching
Vision 20/20 with or without correction
Ability to determine slight differences in color and other visual blemishes (molding defects)
Interested? Apply online at https://demgychicago.prevueaps.com/jobs/309154-20591.html