Process Technician | D Shift

Process Technician | D ShiftSolidify Manufacturing defies the status quo as a domestic contract manufacturing partner that exceeds expectations on quality, delivery, and price - every time. With expertise across a wide range of capabilities, including injection molding, blow molding, and thermoset molding, we bring the holistic perspective to manufacture high-quality parts across many applications and the discipline from our 80/20 focus to know where we can produce the greatest sustainable value for our customers. We don't want to be everything to everybody or anybody. We want to crush the competition and be the best contract manufacturing partner on those jobs where we drive the greatest impact with our decidedly better high-volume molding efficiencies.Full-TimeJob Summary:The Process Technician is responsible from setup to shut down of production cells and ensure efficient and safe operation of equipment throughout the run to maximize quality and productivity.Essential Functions:Promotes safe working behaviors and complies with all safe work requirementsPromotes and maintains an organized work area (5S) to include workstations, equipment, walkways, etcReads and complies with work instructions, set up sheets, checklists and all QMS requirementsPerform daily setups, startups, shut downs, pulls and end of run line clearance of machines, related equipment and materials in home value stream/production processTroubleshoot presses, equipment, molding process, and cycles as requiredInitiate BOM and ECO changes as required to update Set Up Instructions, Cycle Sheets, Operator Instructions, etcIdentify, document, and troubleshoot press/tooling problems and create a MWO/TWO when necessaryInput and utilize data in ERP/Real Time system for maximum efficiency of presses and equipmentWrite programs, troubleshoot, and make adjustments to robots in the departmentSet up and run sample jobs as needed per NPL workbook and D3Train other department personnel as directed by SupervisorBack up for Material HandlerDeliver improvements and root cause corrections using standard tools and communicationsUtilizes A3 project methodology where applicableOther duties as assignedQualifications, Education, Skills, and/or Experience Required:Demonstrated processing or mechanical experience RequiredHigh School diploma/GED Preferred3+ year molding Set-Up Technician or equivalent experienceEfficient in Microsoft Suite products including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, ExcelFamiliar with many types of resins, resin properties and processingFamiliar with Decoupled 3 Molding and creating press sequence for Arburg and Engel IMMsHas completed Set-Up checklist in home value stream/production processHas completed Paulson training or equivalentCompletion of Plastics Engineering Technology degree (HCTC) or 5+ years as Set-Up TechnicianAbility to safely operate a forklift and overhead cranesDemonstrated ability to promote and maintain a safe and efficient work environmentDemonstrated ability to lead/implement improvement projects and root cause corrective actionsAble to use measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, dial indicatorsWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.This position is currently accepting applications.