Job Description

Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB:

* As a Machine Setter Molding, the primary function is to set up, maintain and operate molding machines in assigned area to produce product. Shares responsibility to assign work and train/instruct employees as well.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Set up from sample parts, set up data sheets, or supervisor's instructions
* Setups involve changing of molds, setting a variety of limit switches to achieve proper mold height, stroke, closing, etc
* Set injection pressures, adjust material feed and back pressure and ram speed
* Set heat controls and timers
* Set up automatic product removal system and conveyor for automatic operation and adjust ejection system for proper removal of product
* Perform wiring hookups required for limit switches
* Adjust ejection system for proper removal of product
* Install necessary plumbing apparatus and connect temperature control equipment, parts separation equipment and wiring hookups
* Set up other equipment involving the changing of tools, fixtures and jigs for a variety of operations
* Check first pieces, obtain Q.A. approval and turn machine over to operators
* Spot check work and make adjustments to maintain tolerances
* Monitor operation of automatic equipment, unload parts, cut off sprue and gates and place in container
* Spot check work and make adjustments to maintain tolerances
* Make minor repairs to fixtures and equipment, unload parts, cut off sprue and gates and place in container
* Mark correct identification and count on containers
* Lubricate machines as required and troubleshoot process problems as they occur
* Assign work to employees to meet production schedules
* Instruct operators in proper operating procedures
* Make minor repairs to fixtures and equipment and lubricate machines as required
* Fill in on production equipment in absence of operators, maintain dept. in absence of supervisor
* Perform necessary material requirements of the job, mix material as required to support production requirements
* Compliance to all Plant Environmental, Health and Safety policies and Environmental and OSHA regulatory requirements

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

* Responsible for assigning work and training new employees

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Basic mechanical ability, machine set-up/operation experience preferred
* Ability to perform basic math add, subtract, multiply whole numbers, fractions and decimals
* Basic ability to read, write and communicate in English
* Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge
* Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement demonstrated by a work history:
* Of safe performance,
* Of accuracy and attention to detail in the work performed, and
* Of constructive problem solving and suggestions for improvement
* Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change
* Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

* Must be able to continuously perform grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and walking
* Must be able to handle continuous standing 8-10 hours daily
* Must be able to perform frequent lifting up to 40 lbs independently and up to 70 lbs with assistance.
* Must be able to work in an environment with various changing temperatures for portions of the year.
* Must be able to work daily and weekly overtime as required.

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