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Molding Technician
Hayward Holdings
Clemmons, USA
Full-time
Mid
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
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Responsibilities:
- Direct all technical aspects of the blow molding processes used to produce sand filters. This includes blow mold setup and changeovers, troubleshooting processes, secondary equipment setup, quality verification, etc.
- Perform mold, tooling, and color changes in accordance with standardized procedures. Make recommendations to improve the changeover effectiveness (i.e. quick mold change, safety improvements, better tools, etc.).
- Insure that all machines are operating at standard cycle times and operating efficiencies, as well as producing quality parts. Make adjustments as needed. Notify shift supervisor, shift lead person and/or department manager when unable to achieve standard molding cycle times, assembly takt times or quality requirements.
- Insure that material grinders are operating properly and cleaned out thoroughly when making a color change. Insure that dust collection bags are emptied weekly and fines filters each vacuum system cleaned.
- Insure that all materials are blended to the proper ratios in accordance with the current Bill of Material; monitor the blending process for compliance.
- Troubleshoot machine breakdowns (molding machines, secondary equipment, material handling equipment, grinders, etc.). Obtain support as needed (maintenance, engineering, etc.) in a timely manner such that downtime is minimized.
- Perform Total Productive maintenance on all assigned equipment; assist the Maintenance Department with Preventive Maintenance as needed.
- Assist in the training of blow molding operators and other personnel relative to quality, safety, operations, policies, and procedures.
- Monitor setup tools and supplies and notify Shift Supervisor or member of management when tools/supplies are needed.
- Support all Kaizen activities and processes. Serve on Kaizen teams and play an instrumental role in implementation of Kaizen methodologies.
- Develop and maintain good working relations with other departments, outside vendors, and all others that interact with the department.
- Insure good housekeeping.
- Understand and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Leader or member of management.
Qualifications:
- Must possess good leadership skills, be a self-starter and have good math skills.
- Good communication skills are needed with the ability to train other personnel.
- Reliable attendance record is required.
- Associates degree or vocational certification in Industrial technology, plastics processing, or related field preferred. Experience in plastics processing, blow molding, injection molding and computer applications is highly desired.
- Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. Job requires walking, lifting, climbing, and the ability to operate power and hand tools.
- Typical manufacturing environment accompanied by noise (earplugs required), dust, moving machinery, forklift, pedestrian traffic, etc. Safety glasses must be worn when on the plant floor.
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About Hayward Holdings
Machinery Manufacturing1980 employeesFounded 1925
Publicly traded global manufacturer of residential and commercial pool, outdoor-living, and industrial flow-control equipment.
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