Maintenance Technician - Molding (600 D)

Posted on Sep 7, 2024 by Nemera
Buffalo Grove, IL
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Job Description

*THIS IS A ROTATING 12 HOUR NIGHT SHIFT 6PM - 6AM with a 10% SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL*

Position Purpose: The Maintenance Technician – Injection Molding is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairs on various types of injection molding machines, demolding robotic systems, and auxiliary molding support equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions 

Read, use, and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools 

Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment 

Check and maintain quality of product being produced by identifying acceptable and non-acceptable product in accordance with Quality policies and procedures 

Actively participate on teams and offer suggestions for improvement 

Answer machine alarms as they occur and identify and address the root cause.  

Follow all 5S guidelines  

Perform and document inspections per cGMP for work instruction sheet, on device history sheet records, and work instruction sheet tables 

Follow all Lock Out/Tag Out rules 

Diagnose and troubleshoot any pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical malfunction on a variety of machines  

Repair and maintain electrical controls on equipment, including servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices

Assist with uploading programs to controls in the events of program loss or CPU replacement 

Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing bad boards, motors, encoders, etc.  

Calibrate and adjust robot pick and place locations if needed 

Conduct TPM activities as required 

Input Maintenance work orders into the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (SAP)  

Monitor processes, show an awareness of issues and demonstrate corrective actions to address those issues  

Perform weekly, monthly, and as required preventive maintenance (PM)  

Perform root cause analysis for safety, quality, and processing issues 

Suggest ways to improve the efficiency and safety of our work and environment

Comply with all company policies  

Must be able to fluently operate presses, robots, and auxiliary equipment to diagnose malfunctions, and to verify repairs. 

Troubleshoots and locates the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment. 

Brainstorms with other maintenance personnel, and outside technical support as needed. 

Restores damaged or malfunctioning equipment to operation by repairing, replacing and or adjusting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. 

Controls down time by scheduling repairs with the Maintenance Leader 

Maintains good communications with Maintenance Leader  

Maintains ongoing list of CMMS work orders with timeline to be addressed and completed. 

Assists other maintenance personnel as needed, 

Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. 

Ensures the work is completed with technical excellence, and in an efficient and cost-effective fashion. 

Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Must have 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position

Experience with injection molding machine maintenance required

Experience in electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics

Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting

Ability to regularly lift up to 40lbs with repetitive movements 

Ability to push and pull items and climb up and down ladders 

Ability to stand and/or walk up to constantly during the shift 

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications required and SAP experience preferred 

Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions required 

Experience with Scientific Injection Molding concepts

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts 

Must be mechanically inclined and can use basic hand tools 

Must have strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel 

Reference: 196678518

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Maintenance Technician - Molding (600 D)

Posted on Sep 7, 2024 by Nemera

Buffalo Grove, IL
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Job Description

*THIS IS A ROTATING 12 HOUR NIGHT SHIFT 6PM - 6AM with a 10% SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL*

Position Purpose: The Maintenance Technician – Injection Molding is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairs on various types of injection molding machines, demolding robotic systems, and auxiliary molding support equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions 

Read, use, and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools 

Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment 

Check and maintain quality of product being produced by identifying acceptable and non-acceptable product in accordance with Quality policies and procedures 

Actively participate on teams and offer suggestions for improvement 

Answer machine alarms as they occur and identify and address the root cause.  

Follow all 5S guidelines  

Perform and document inspections per cGMP for work instruction sheet, on device history sheet records, and work instruction sheet tables 

Follow all Lock Out/Tag Out rules 

Diagnose and troubleshoot any pneumatic, mechanical, or electrical malfunction on a variety of machines  

Repair and maintain electrical controls on equipment, including servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices

Assist with uploading programs to controls in the events of program loss or CPU replacement 

Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing bad boards, motors, encoders, etc.  

Calibrate and adjust robot pick and place locations if needed 

Conduct TPM activities as required 

Input Maintenance work orders into the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (SAP)  

Monitor processes, show an awareness of issues and demonstrate corrective actions to address those issues  

Perform weekly, monthly, and as required preventive maintenance (PM)  

Perform root cause analysis for safety, quality, and processing issues 

Suggest ways to improve the efficiency and safety of our work and environment

Comply with all company policies  

Must be able to fluently operate presses, robots, and auxiliary equipment to diagnose malfunctions, and to verify repairs. 

Troubleshoots and locates the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment. 

Brainstorms with other maintenance personnel, and outside technical support as needed. 

Restores damaged or malfunctioning equipment to operation by repairing, replacing and or adjusting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. 

Controls down time by scheduling repairs with the Maintenance Leader 

Maintains good communications with Maintenance Leader  

Maintains ongoing list of CMMS work orders with timeline to be addressed and completed. 

Assists other maintenance personnel as needed, 

Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. 

Ensures the work is completed with technical excellence, and in an efficient and cost-effective fashion. 

Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Must have 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position

Experience with injection molding machine maintenance required

Experience in electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics

Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting

Ability to regularly lift up to 40lbs with repetitive movements 

Ability to push and pull items and climb up and down ladders 

Ability to stand and/or walk up to constantly during the shift 

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications required and SAP experience preferred 

Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions required 

Experience with Scientific Injection Molding concepts

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts 

Must be mechanically inclined and can use basic hand tools 

Must have strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel 

Reference: 196678518

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