About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Position Summary</H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">The Machine Setter (Technician) is responsible for setting up, operating, and optimizing plastic injection molding equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime, improving process performance, and supporting production goals. Technicians at higher levels take on increased responsibility for troubleshooting, training, and process improvement.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Key Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Prepare molds, tooling, and equipment for production changeovers in compliance with safety and quality standards</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Review production schedules and prioritize setups</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Perform mold changes, including installation/removal of tooling, auxiliary equipment, and peripherals</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Set machines according to technical specifications and production requirements</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Ensure machines are properly supplied with raw materials</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Perform startup checks to ensure safety, correct materials, and required documentation are in place</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Verify workstation setup and maintain organization and cleanliness (5S)</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Validate production readiness through sample inspections (dimensional and visual checks)</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Minimize scrap and ensure efficient startup to full production</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Monitor machine performance, process parameters, and cycle times</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to maintain quality and efficiency</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Make adjustments to correct deviations and prevent defects</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Investigate recurring interruptions and implement preventive solutions</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Document process changes, issues, and corrective actions</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Perform routine preventive maintenance (Level 1)</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Ensure machines and equipment are in good working condition</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Report or escalate issues requiring advanced maintenance support</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Participate in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Identify and implement process improvements to reduce scrap and improve efficiency</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Support efforts to optimize cycle times and overall equipment performance</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Provide technical support to operators and production teams</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Train and mentor operators, leads, and other technicians</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Identify skill gaps and support development of training plans</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Assist in resolving complex technical or quality issues</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Support new product launches, trials, and process development</li> <li style="line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Help update and improve technical documentation and standards</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Qualifications and Skills</H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Attention to detail and accuracy</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt 0.0px;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Cambria, serif">Willingness to learn and share technical knowledge</li> </ul></div></div></div>