Injection Moulding Technician Role
Provides technical support and leadership on production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most efficient manner for new and existing moulding processes.
Main Responsibilities:
Oversight for Injection moulding process start up, process monitoring during running and shutdown in a safe manner to achieve production targets for quality product.
Take ownership for process escalations for injection moulding to ensure action is taken to troubleshoot & resolve issues in a timely manner.
Ensure tool set-up & changeover activities are optimised to meet production targets.
Support the Process Engineer in the development of new processes set up, Proof of concept & validation runs for existing and new production & prototype tools.
Ensure completion and accuracy of required documentation in the manufacturing area.
Support continuous improvement projects using Decoupled process & lean tools to optimise injection moulding performance and improve reliability.
Ensure personnel are distributed as per planning from Team Leader / Shift Manager.
Requirements:
Leaving Certificate or equivalent
3rd level NCEA Level 6 (Mechanical / plastics engineering) or equivalent preferable.
5 Years + experience of injection moulding, preferably Healthcare with high volume automation desirable.
Experience of mould set up and working with a wide variety of plastics and mould types.
Skills:
Injection Moulding
Mechanical
Plastics Moulding
GMP