Injection Molding Process Technician

Work directly for a New Jersey (Warren County) area company that produces precision and custom plastic injection molds.

The Injection Molding Process Technician is primarily responsible for the safe set-up and start-up of plastic injection molding machines and their related equipment, as well as correcting Quality-related non-conformances.

• Set-up injection molding machines including basic electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and coolant system connections.
• Contribute to maintaining overall plant cleanliness. Ensure proper line clearance at each press before, during, and after production.
• Start-up injection molding machines to previously established process parameters. Verify all systems are functioning appropriately.
• Submit start-up samples to the Quality Department for production approval, making process changes as required to achieve acceptable product per the customer"s specifications.
• Continuously monitor and verify product quality in accordance with established procedures.
• Make minor adjustments or repairs to equipment as needed. Submit Work Orders with supporting information to the Maintenance Department for more significant issues.
• Ensure all documentation and work practices are performed in alignment with Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, and plant policies.

• Serve as a back-up Machine Operator, Material Handler, or Shift Supervisor due to absence or other business need.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Management, Engineering, and Quality staff.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe working habits.
• Ability to operate a computer with a Windows-based operating system, including ERP software (IQMS).
• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required.