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Metro Plastics Technologies, LLC · 1 month ago

Setup Technician

Metro Plastics Technologies is an industry leader in custom plastic injection molding. The Setup Technician role involves providing mechanical support to produce high-quality plastic parts, including the setup and removal of molds from injection molding presses and performing preliminary troubleshooting.

ManufacturingPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingSales

Responsibilities

Organizes work for smooth operations of set-up and removal of molds from injection molding machines
Installing molds in presses and making all required connections, adjustments, and settings in accordance with established documentation
Set up and use of all secondary equipment, such as sonic welders, conveyor belts, thermolators, drill presses, gate cutters and various other tools and equipment
Perform preliminary troubleshooting of processes as directed by shift supervisor or mold technician
Analyzes mechanical and operational problems, plans for, and takes corrective action
Maintains a thorough understanding of all equipment
Advise of need for repairs to tooling and equipment
Maintain mold storage areas and mold identification
Safely operate overhead cranes and report any maintenance or safety issues to proper personnel
Performs operations in a safe manner to guard against accidents
Perform Lock out / tag out procedures
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned

Qualification

Injection molding setupMechanical troubleshootingHand tool proficiencyAnalytical skillsTime managementCommunication skillsSelf-starterFlexibility

Required

H.S. Diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational school certification or degree in related field a plus
Experience using a variety of hand Tools such as: torque wrench, ratchet, level
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities with strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter and able to effectively work without close supervision
Flexibility and ability to handle and manage change effectively and efficiently
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment
Employee will stand or walk most of their work hours
Employee will routinely use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

Competitive Pay and Flexible Work Schedules
Insurance
Medical, Dental and Vision
Company Paid Basic Life and Short-term Disability
Employee Paid Voluntary Life and Critical Illness Plans
PTO, Floating and Company Paid Holidays
401(k)

Company

Metro Plastics Technologies, LLC

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Metro Plastics Technologies, LLC is a leader in plastic injection molding.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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