Plastic Injection Molding Technician

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Located in Bothell, WA

Salary: 26.00-$29.00

Location: Bothell
Pay: $26-$29 DOE

Schedule: 2nd Shift 5pm to 5am Mon thru Wed - Every other Thur

The Injection Mold Technician is responsible for managing all mold room and machine processes to assure we are making quality parts. This position reports directly to the Mold Room Supervisor and works under moderate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Verify that all molds, auxiliary equipment, and materials are set-up properly per job instructions
• Responsible for start-up/shut down of Injection Molding Equipment
• Verify all processes are within allowable parameters
• Diagnosis and troubleshooting of injection molding machines
• Diagnosis and troubleshooting of auxiliary equipment
• Perform in-process inspection of injection molded components which includes visual inspection and/or dimensional measurement for conformance to requirements defined on drawings, Standard Inspection Plans, Visual Factory or other documents
• Generate production, move and scrap transactions as needed to ensure inventory accuracy
• Remove scrap and trash from manufacturing areas
• Monitor tooling conditions and notify tooling when mold is unable to produce quality parts or when preventative maintenance is required
• Perform insert changes
• Assist Mold Setter with setup of molds
• Serve as mold room lead

Qualifications

• Knowledge of injection molding machine controls
• Knowledge of material drying and blending
• Knowledge of proper Lockout / Tagout procedures
• Understanding of basic math skills – adding, subtracting, measuring, etc.
• Ability to read drawings & blueprints
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written format
• Ability to identify potential safety hazards
• Ability to identify non-conforming materials and components
• Ability to work effectively independently or in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate flexibility
• Ability to coordinate the work of others
• Ability to successfully train others

Physical Demands

• Work is primarily performed on the manufacturing floor where noise levels may be moderate or high and hearing protection may have to be worn
• Eye and foot protection may have to be worn
• Lifting weights up to 30 pounds may occur regularly, with a potential for lifting weights of up to 45 pounds on an occasional basis
• There is potential exposure to extreme temperatures
• The occasional physical demands of the position include climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and eye/hand/foot coordination
• May stand or sit for prolonged periods of time

**This is designated as a Safety Sensitive position**

Education & Experience

• High School education or GED required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in plastic injection molding process technician functions
• Previous forklift experience preferred

Benefits:

• Medical (with an HSA option), Dental, Vision and Rx coverage beginning the 1st day of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Program with employer matching contributions. Participation begins immediately upon hire; employer match begins after 1 year of service
• Life, Disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance options
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Up to 18 days Paid Time Off
• Relocation Assistance Available

Other perks include Volunteer Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Health Advocacy Program, Bereavement Leave, and additional wellness incentive programs

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