Mold Technician - Set Up

Description

Revere Plastics Systems is an industry-leading custom injection molding company, recognized for delivering flexible, economical and professional solutions to our clients. We are building a culture that fosters personal and professional development within a collaborative, team-centric workplace. Successful team members at Revere are passionate about achieving their goals and believe in striving for improvement in all things, every day. If this sounds like you, take a look at our opening below for our McPherson, KS plant and apply today. 

We are looking for a talented Mold/Set Up Technician to join our growing team. This person performs mold changes including the set up of all required auxiliary equipment needed to begin new production runs. 

Perks of being a RPS Team Member:

Paid Weekly!

Premium Pay for 2nd and 3rd Shift!

Paid Time Off begins accruing on Day 1!

10 Paid Holidays per year!

Medical/Dental/Vision 

Short Term Disability (with paycheck protection available at 1 year of service) - Employer Paid!

Long Term Disability - Employer Paid!

401k with company match!

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to achieve the minimum possible mold change/set-up time.
• Mold changes to include the following:

-Proper watering of molds

-Proper clamping of molds

-Basic machine operations

-Basic machine set-up: barrel heats, pressures, timers, clamp settings, and all clamp functions.

-Safety responsibilities

-Properly reading mold schedule and mold identification.

• Maintain machine cleanliness to include the following:

-Clean purge and excess material from machines.

-Remove any parts, etc. from under machines.

• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety standards and procedures.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated, in part, on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must maintain a valid driver’s license. Forklift license required. (We can train!)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/TASKS/ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of set-up for injection molding machines.

· Good communication skills

· Problem Solving ability

· Must demonstrate reliability by maintaining an excellent attendance record at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to stand at a machine for the entire shift; occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and ability to focus.