
Set-Up Technician - 1st Shift
Required skills
- mold changes
- rehangs
- pull molds
- hand tools
- overhead cranes
- mechanical aptitude
- read diagrams
- follow detailed instructions
- basic computer skills
- mechanical skills
Nice to have
- training employees
- water flow
- production procedures
- auxiliary equipment operation
- read water maps
- water tools
Role summary
The Set-Up Technician is responsible for performing mold changes, rehangs, and pulling molds for repairs and conversions using tools and overhead cranes. This role involves following set-up procedures, maintaining a clean work area, and supporting quality and EHS certifications by adhering to corporate policies and documentation. Key responsibilities include proper installation and watering of molds, machine shutdown, and assisting in training.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Lead Manufacturing Supervisor, the Set-Up Technician is responsible for using tools & overhead cranes to complete mold changes, rehangs, as well as pull molds for repairs and conversions. The Set-Up Techs will make follow all set-up procedures and make sure they leave the area neat, clean and organized. This will be achieved by maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions and required documentation.
Essential Functions
- Proper installation and watering of all molds on all presses.
- Housekeeping; including return of unused supplies and auxiliary equipment to appropriate locations.
- Removal of all parts from previous job(s).
- Proper tying up of water lines so that they do not rub/burst.
- Proper shutdown of machines, including using the correct purge compound
- Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's certifications by supporting: Corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.
Other Functions
- Be active in presenting problems/potential problems to the Supervisor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Success in this role will require
- Working knowledge of mold set up.
- Ability to assist in training employees.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all support departments.
- Have a thorough understanding of the effects of water flow on the molds.
- Thorough knowledge of production procedures and work instructions.
- Thorough knowledge of the operation of all auxiliary equipment.
- Ability to read water maps, water tools, properly purge machines & operate forklifts
What You'll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalency, required.
- Mechanical aptitude and experience with hand tools required.
- Ability to read and understand diagrams.
- Demonstrated time management skills.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Excellent mechanical skills.
- Must be able to lift and push up to 75 lbs.
- Must be able to pull up to 120 lbs.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and work for up to 12-hour shifts.
- Regular attendance and the ability to work overtime / weekends as needed is a requirement of the job.
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By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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