Process Technician - Ottawa KS

The Process Technician is the primary owner for the daily operation of injection molding machines, automation cells, robots, auxiliary equipment, and standard operating processes. Advanced troubleshooting of defects, process inconsistencies, and ability to identify problems between mold, machine, and material provides opportunities to optimize the current process and improve the overall molding process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide production process support to the Plant Manager as the internal processing expert in injection molding
• Startup injection molding machines; size ranges 180T to 1100T
• Startup automation cells including Fanuc robots and assembly equipment
• Uses all machine brands and controllers: Engel, JSW
• Program robots used to pick parts from molding machine and place on conveyors
• Set up auxiliary equipment used in the molding process; temperature control units, heater controllers, material blenders, hot stamp equipment
• Perform advanced plastic process troubleshooting for defects
• Troubleshoot auxiliary equipment and automation cell equipment
• Support Engineering with new mold and machine start ups
• Identify processing inconsistencies and cause mold, machine, or material 
• Use IQMS for production schedule planning, downtime, and reject coding
• Conduct Quality Audits to validate quality of finished goods at time of molding
• Audit process parameter log history, identify trends and molding performance concerns, and take appropriate action
• Conduct training of Supervisors and Cell Technicians on shift, improving their process and root cause skills

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in plastic injection molding processes
• Experience with robots and automation desirable
• Experience with Engel, JSW, United Silicone, TCU’s, and utility systems is highly desirable
• Highly responsible and reliable with self-initiative 
• Flexible and adaptable to priority changes
• Demonstrates problem solving skills with the focus on root cause analysis 

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Financial Wellness: 401(k) retirement plan with company match and annual/quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Security: Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Optional Extras: Employee-paid voluntary life insurance and supplemental benefits.
• Time Off: Competitive PTO, paid holidays, and a company-paid Christmas shutdown.
• Unique Perks:
  • Raffles for concerts, sports, and entertainment tickets.
  • Locally sourced prize raffles.

Who we are:

Monoflo International, Inc. stands as a prominent provider of innovative and eco-friendly business-to-business reusable packaging solutions. Since our inception in 1973, we've remained a family-owned and operated enterprise, steadily advancing as a premier manufacturer of plastic, reusable transport packaging solutions. While our product range is diverse, our core focus remains unwavering: harnessing cutting-edge technology to produce top-tier products that facilitate seamless product transportation for our clients.

We empower our employees to steer their career trajectories, fostering an environment where dedication and excellence are duly recognized and rewarded with avenues for growth. While collaboration is central to our ethos, we emphasize individual accountability and ownership as fundamental drivers of success within our organization.

If you're seeking an opportunity to seize control of your daily responsibilities and projects while thriving in an environment where colleagues share a deep pride in their work, seize the moment and apply today!

Disclaimer: Monoflo International is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer.