The primary duties and responsibilities of the Mold Technician consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Exemplifies the Berry Behaviors and Values at all times. Leads by example and exhibits professionalism in all areas when representing Berry inside and outside of the plant.
• Work in a professional manner with other mold technicians and maintenance personnel as needed to keep all equipment in top working order resulting in only quality product being released to the customer.
• Set up machines for operation, change material and color to meet production schedules.
• Must have a technical understanding of process and raw materials used.
• Keep supervisor/management informed of all problems.
• Will at times directly supervise / manages others.
  • Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints by taking to Supervisor to resolve problems.
  • Cover for the supervisor in his/her absence.
• Startup machines and monitor quality at start up.
• Make appropriate adjustments to machines to maintain efficient production levels and document appropriately.
• Respond to Quality Assurance Techs by adjusting machines to maintain appropriate sizes and standards.
• Oversee proper packaging procedures.
• Review production schedules and ensure machines are running production to meet customer demands.
• Respond to alarms and/or requests for assistance to correct machine malfunctions and/or Packer/Handler problems.
• Use proper Lockout/tagout procedures.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Departments concerning machine operations and malfunctions.
• Inspect scrap to prevent any usable product from being ground and record scrap numbers.
• Ability to effectively perform the Packer/Handler job to assist with relief breaks.
• Assist with Material Handling as needed.
• Keep the floor stocked with materials required for production (fitments/handles/labels/tape, etc.).
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Responsible for ensuring quality and housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Ensure a smooth transition between shifts.
• Various other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior plastic injection molding experience is highly preferred.
• Possess or obtain a technical understanding of injection-molding processes and procedures.
• Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Good hand-eye coordination is required.
• Frequently required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequent exposure to production floor; required use of PPE including but not limited to: Bump Cap, Safety Eyewear or Prescription Safety Eyewear, Safety Shoes, Hair/beard nets, Hearing Protection and Disposable Mask.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Frequently exposed to fumes, or airborne particles.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
• Good communication skills--verbal and written; must effectively communicate with employees, vendors, and customers.
• Independent in working effectively with little supervision; self-starter, displaying ability to work and deliver results in a fast-paced, performance driven environment.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as a cross-functional team member.