Injection Mold Process Technician

Job ID: 5613 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day. 

Summary: The Injection Mold Process Technician monitors, troubleshoots and makes minor repairs on plastic injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.  They diagnose and make process changes necessary to keep product in specification and ensure quality product is being produced in a safe and efficient manner.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Observes all Safety policies and procedures as outlined within Newell Brands’ Safety Excellence and Leadership (SEAL) program.
• Drive success through the Company’s Planning, Engagement, Awareness and Knowledge (PEAK) continuous improvement program.
• Personally responsible for upholding the Newell Brands Values and the Code of Conduct.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area for compliance with Newell Brands’ Housekeeping standards.
• Startup/lineout machines and perform appropriate “First Part” activities for all mold changes, color changes, and job changes including appropriate paperwork and quality checks.
• Troubleshoot molding, quality, or mechanical issues to assure parts  are manufactured to correct quality specifications, at correct cycle times, and labor contents.
• Perform preventative maintenance on molds including scheduled (daily or each shift) “in-press” mold cleaning and maintenance.
• Identify, tag, report, and communicate issues with molds, machines, and auxiliary equipment that do not meet efficiency, quality, or housekeeping requirements/expectations.
• Provide recommendations, solutions, and implement processes for continuous improvement.
• Complete all required documentation to record process changes, quality issues, downtime, lineout/startup times, on corresponding forms, technical reports, etc.
• Perform mold changes and auxiliary equipment for related equipment in a timely and efficient manner.
• Proficient in all safety and housekeeping requirements.
• Maintain team-oriented mindset and assignment flexibility with an approachable attitude.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to improve processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Competencies:                                              

Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive work environment.  Interacts with fellow team members to build morale and maintain a sense of Coleman pride.

Change Management: Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.

Leadership: Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Uses feedback to improve overall quality of finished product.

Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment and production schedules.  Must be able to perform multiple tasks.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one-year stable and verifiable work history required.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• Must possess basic math and computer skills.
• Must possess good communication skills to ensure that clear and concise information is communicated as required.
• Must be able to read and interpret equipment manuals, document, and implement work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must be able to become certified on operating forklift, scissor lift snorkel lift and overhead crane.
• Internal applicant requirements: must be in current position for a minimum of 6 months and have no more than one corrective action on file within the past (12) months.

Desired Skills and Attributes:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of various plastic materials.
• RJG or Scientific Molding certification.
• Experience with robotic automation and auxiliary equipment.
• Basic knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control) and lean manufacturing.
• Experience with SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die)
• Ability to teach basic injection molding principles.
• Willingness to learn.

Education and/or Experience: 

• 5 years’ experience in injection molding processing, mold sets, and startups.

• Tooling disassembly and repairs.

• Set up of processes for new tooling.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of issues.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Forklift License
• CPR Certificate Lockout / Tagout

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Personal Protection Equipment Requirements:

• Safety glasses
• Steel toed shoes
• Hearing protection
• Armguards
• Gloves when handling product, tools, and equipment

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.