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Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:
Continually improves knowledge of plastic materials, molding process, and auxiliary equipment with the goal of promotion to a molding technician II.
Involvement and support in the installation, debugging, validation and start-up of new production injection molding equipment.
Handle all stacking, corrugated case construction and perform assigned duties at presses as determined by production volume. Move and stack production pallets as needed.
Monitor parameters required to produce quality product, i.e. Conair system, conveyors, granulators, and auxiliary equipment following start up. Maintain proper molding conditions.
Operate molding equipment according to scheduled requirements of molding work orders and equipment, optimizing available molding capacity.
Assists in the preventative maintenance of auxiliary equipment, including granulators, conveyor, liquid temperature controllers, molds, electrical controls, etc.
Perform minor service to presses and equipment and notifies proper personnel of necessary major repairs or maintenance.
Assist technicians and supervisor with training of new associates.
Responsible for production and quality on a line of machines, and cleanliness and orderly condition of a designated area of the molding department.
Be familiar with all department inspection procedures and standards. Continually monitor product for acceptable quality to the latest product specification.
Maintenance of records and prepare required reports including: SPC, Q.C. inspection, housekeeping, production downtime reports, mold cavity and cycle time sheets and problem/corrective action logs, etc., in accordance with departmental standards and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Reporting of daily production, machine utilization, preventive maintenance etc. information using the company’s Enterprise Resource Management System (i.e. SAP).
Observance of all safety and environmental procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Work with limited supervision and maintain an atmosphere of cooperation among and between shifts, mold repair, quality control, assembly, engineering and management to facilitate departmental goals.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Other responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
Compliance with all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies/procedures.
Compliance with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Observe all safety, environmental and quality system standards.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
High School education or equivalent. Technical Training, education or experience within a molding operation preferred.
1 to 2 years manufacturing experience, previous molding experience preferred.
General knowledge of plastic materials and processes, mold design and operation is preferred. An understanding of hydraulic/electrical circuits and auxiliary equipment involved in injection molding helpful. Requires a fundamental ability to maintain accurate records and reporting.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
