POSITION SUMMARY

The Mold Technician will report to the Shift Supervisor any special instructions to ensure production is operating and quality standards are being maintained.  The Mold Technician will lead by example and will perform supervisory tasks such as designating Packer/Handlers and other team members to proper locations to meet production schedules.  In performing these responsibilities, associates are to work safely, efficiently, and cooperatively in a manner that demonstrates team member involvement.  The Mold Technician works with the Shift Supervisor to operate, troubleshoot, document, and communicate on all equipment that is not performing within specifications.

KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Set up machines for operation, change material and color to meet production schedules.
2. Must have a technical understanding of process and raw materials used.
3. Keep supervisor/management informed of all problems.
4. Start up machines and monitor quality at start up.
5. Make appropriate adjustments to machines to maintain efficient production levels and document appropriately.
6. Respond to QA Techs by adjusting machines to maintain appropriate sizes and standards.
7. Oversee proper packaging procedures.
8. Review production schedules and ensure machines are runnig production to meet customer demands.
9. Respond to alarms and/or requests for assistance to correct machine malfunctions and/or Packer/Handler problems.
10. Use proper Lockout/Tagout procedures.
11. Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance Departments concerning machine operations and malfunctions.
12. Inspect scrap to prevent any usable product from being ground and record scrap numbers.
13. Be able to do the Packer/Handler job to assist with relief of breaks.
14. Assist with Material Handling.
15. Keep the floor stocked with materials required for production (fitments/handles/labels/tape, etc...)
16. Maintain a safe working environment.
17. Responsible for ensuring quality and housekeeping standards are maintained.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position.  It is not to be constured as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.  Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

MANAGERAIL/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Will need to cover for the supervisor in his absence.
2. Responsiblities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints by taking to supervisor to resolve problems.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

1. Extensive knowledge of injection molding machinery and processes to include mold set-ups, trouble shooting and exposure to maintenance problems.
2. Maintain efficient production levels in a fast-paced environment.
3. Musct be able to identify alpha/numeric product codes.
4. Knowledge of mechanical inspection techniques and practices.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

1. Read and comprehend complex, detailed instructions and correspondence.
2. Write simple correspondence.
3. Apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions.
4. Deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations.
5. Add, subtract, multiply and divide, in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

KEY BEHAVIORAL TRAITS FOR SUCCESS

1. Commitment to Task:  Able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes and persist despite obstacles; give dedication to the position; demonstrate dependability in difficulty circumstances and show a sense of urgency about getting results.
2. Communication:  Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with internal/external customers; listen well.
3. Customer Focus:  Able to demonstrate a high level of service delivery.
4. Ethics/Social Behavior:  Understands and intergrates legal, ethical, and social considerations into decisions and behaviors.
5. Flexibility/Adaptability:  Able to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new information.
6. Organization of Work/Attentions to Detail:  Arranges and prioritized activities, time and allocation of resources in setting realistic and measurable goals.
7. Decision Making & Problem Solving:  Able to act in solving problems while exhibiting judgement and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even while dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh options.
8. Professional/Job/Business Knowledge:  Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of own job.
9. Quality/CIP:  Able to maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines.
10. Teamwork/Networking:  Effectively works with others within and outside department.
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