Injection Molding Technician na siffron

Description

About siffron:

siffron is a leading provider of retail merchandising solutions, specializing in designing and manufacturing innovative display and signage systems. We partner with top brands and retailers across various industries to enhance their product presentation and optimize customer experiences.

Our company values innovation and encourages creativity, offering a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and professional development. siffron continues to push boundaries and set new standards in the retail market, establishing itself as an industry leader.

siffron Benefits:

The hourly range for this role is $32.00 to $36.00. siffron considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

• 401(k) match (up to 50% of 6%)
• Annual siffron profit share/safe harbor match
• Tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees
• Medical, dental, vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending account and/or health savings account
• Vacation/Personal/Bereavement leaves
• Paid parental leave
• Short- & long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral bonus program
• siffron Shared Ownership Works Program
• 10 paid holidays

JOB SUMMARY

Individual will be working in custom injection molding and automation environment as an injection molding technician setting up, running, and monitoring injection molding machines, and auxiliary molding equipment – grinders, chillers, loaders, robots etc. Must be comfortable troubleshooting, have a background in manufacturing and electrically and mechanically inclined. Responsible for maintaining all components of machinery in the manufacturing cell to ensure it is running at maximum efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Set up and run injection molding machines – all basic process steps.

· Remove and set up molds in injection molding machines.

· Ability to monitor and run auxiliary molding equipment – grinders, chillers, loaders, robots etc.

· Troubleshooting of process issues.

· Experience performing preventative maintenance on machinery.

· Troubleshooting and repair of equipment.

· Communicate actions and problem resolution to the next shift.

· Works from specifications and blueprint drawings.

· Tear down; replace defective component units and parts such as injection molding machine. screw/barrels, check ring and nozzles, bearings, motors, servo motors, PLC's, gears, electronic drives, clutches, breaks, belts, chains and electrical parts.

· Ability to read and write English at an appropriate level in order to correctly perform essential duties.

· Moves, installs and adjusts appliances, fixtures, motors and other electrical/mechanical equipment for safety.

· Requests assistance from others for any problems beyond area of knowledge or expertise.

· Uses a variety of hand and power tools.

· Follows detailed instructions from others or written format.

· Makes routine checks on equipment; documents status; completes necessary reports.

· Adheres to siffron Des Plaines safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures.

· Actively speaks up and reports safety, environmental or quality concerns. 

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

• Maintain equipment, work      with auxiliary molding equipment.
• Perform all aspects of process      troubleshooting.
• Adhere to preventative      maintenance schedule.
• Verify inventory and order      parts as needed.
• Assist assembly operators.
• Assist material handling.
• Perform quality audits and      inspections.
• Able to read prints, etc.
• Performs other related      duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

· Able to work independently and part of a team.

· Able to accept responsibility.

· Able to read and follow detailed instructions.

· Willing to adhere to safety requirements.

· Quality of work.

· Compliance with company polices (e.g. Safety, Attendance, etc.).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

· N/A

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

· Full-Time, Monday to Friday; Hours according to specified shift.

· On-call/ Overtime, nights and weekends as work demands.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in setting up and running injection molding machines MUST have prior experience running injection molding machines. 

· Must be self-directed and have the ability to work with minimal supervision. 

· Experience working in maintenance at a manufacturing facility. 

SKILLS (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning, Other)

· Must be able to communicate in English, both written and verbally.

· Ability to read, write, and comprehend work orders.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to work well with others or in an individual capacity.

· Ability to read blueprints.

· Ability to work different shifts depending on what is required is preferred.

·  Experience with Air compressors.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS

· N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Able to lift 50 pounds repetitively.

· Able to work in a production environment.

· Requires bending/stooping.

· Able to walk, stand and otherwise perform job functions on concrete floors with safety boots/shoes.

· Work in manufacturing environment occasionally being exposed to dust, odors, fumes and noise.

· Work in extreme hot and cold weather.

siffron promotes a culture of flexibility, offering various initiatives and programs to support work-life balance. We foster a positive, inclusive work environment where integrity, respect, and teamwork are valued.

Our company is an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and inclusion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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