Molding Technician - 1st Shift

Position: Molding Technician I - 1st Shift
Location: Ave Maria

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Title: Molding Technician I - 1st Shift
Division: Arthrex Manufacturing Inc (US02)
Location: Ave Maria, FL

Ensure all molds and molding equipment are kept in optimal operating conditions at all times to guarantee top quality output with minimal down time. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Strong working knowledge in trouble shooting molding machines and processes.
• Notifies Supervisor and/or Mold Toolmaker if equipment is not operating properly.
• Obtains information for different types of materials and molding conditions.
• Responsible for all cold and starts of the molding machines.
• Ensures parts meet specification.
• Ensures all PM’s on the running machine are completed for every shift.
• Documents all changes.
• Maintains a neat and organized work area, machine, tooling, and parts.
• Keeps insert inventory up to date and notifies supervisor when running low.
• Completes Mold repair work order sheets when tool work is needed and notifies the supervisor.
• Demonstrates the ability to work in a steady, professional manner with little or no supervision.
• Works effectively in a team environment.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years of industrial injection molding experience required.
• Medical molding device experience preferred.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements / Specialized Courses And/or Training

Must know the machine controllers, different parts to injection molding machine, different tool types and their components. Must know tooling terminologies. Basic understanding in reading blueprints and using different measuring devices. Must know machines auxiliary equipment and possess good working knowledge of robots. Strong knowledge in setting and pulling tools. Must have knowledge of scientific molding and process optimization. Basic knowledge of different material types and molding conditions.

Machine,

Tools, And/or Equipment Skills

Must be able to work process on injection molding machines.

Language And Communication Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

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 the 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 talk or hear, sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel;

and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee must frequently lift 50‑70 lbs on a regular basis.

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 occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and a risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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