Technician- Set Up Blow Molding

Position: Technician- Set Up - (Blow Molding)
Igloo Products Corp. is an iconic, fast-growing American brand known for its exceptional and durable coolers designed to meet everyday needs. For more than 75 years, Igloo has been a leader in the housewares industry and has evolved into a high-growth lifestyle brand, inspiring outdoor experiences centered around fun, family, and friends.

Founded in 1947 as a metalworking shop that brought fresh cold water to Texas workers in the field, and later inventing the Playmate, Igloo has grown into America's most recognizable brand of ice chests. The Igloo story spans more than 75 years of delivering coolness to the world. Today, Igloo has over 90% brand awareness, is #1 in market share in the U.S., and is a pioneer in sustainability within its category through the launch of biodegradable coolers and products made with post-consumer recycled resin and other sustainable materials.

Igloo also has a growing direct-to-consumer (DTC) business, allowing us to build direct relationships with our consumers. In 2021, Igloo was acquired by Dometic Brands, creating the opportunity to globally grow both brands together.

Built on a legacy of quality and innovation, we are seeking a Set Up Technician to join our team and support our continued growth.

This role will be involved in setting up machines/auxiliary equipment to manufacture plastic parts in the Blow Molding and Injection Molding process in the production of cooler related products to standard and goals.

Essential

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

* Hang molds and set up auxiliary equipment to run in a safe, productive, and efficient manner and that production activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures.

* Ensure safe working practices are followed and all accidents, hazards, near misses, and property damage are reported in the required time.

* Set molds in a timely manner as recommended by management.

* Operate crane to replace molds.

* Forklift to molds.

* Remain current on forklift training and certification as required by supervisor, manager, and/or Igloo Safety.

* Complete paperwork.

* Primary responsibility for the monitoring and control of assigned process.

* Primary responsibility for the set-up and bring up to specification of assigned processes.

* Primary responsibility from the seeking of solutions for technical problems associated with assigned processes.

* Interface between Methods, Tooling, and Maintenance related to assigned processes.

* Verification of tooling, instructions, and materials prior to use on assigned processes.

* Promote Safety and Quality and Environmental awareness.

* Perform process verification prior to job commencement.

* Ensure all labor and machine timesheets are completed accurately and submitted as required.

* Ensure work area(s) are maintained in a clean and organized manner.

* Ensure that scrap is minimized through process enhancements.

* Stop the production of non-conforming products as recommended by management.

* Other duties as assigned.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous - which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

* Medical

* Dental

* Vision

* Life Insurance

* Short term & Long-term disability

* Accidental death insurance

* Supplemental life insurance

* Company paid holidays

* Flexible Spending Accounts

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

A suitable background would be a solid experience within the following qualifications and experiences:

* Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalency.

* Experience:

6 months of mold-changing and/or processing plastics experience; 6 months experience operating a sit-down gas powered forklift.

* English language skills:
Able to read, write, speak and comprehend English.

* Math skills:
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

* Physical Demands:
Able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. multiple times a day during a 12-hr. shift;
Bend and stand in difficult positions up to 12 hours;
Able to manipulate tools with both hands and stand for long hours.

* Work environment:
Warehouse environment hot and humid in summer months, cold in winter months. High noise requiring use of hearing protection.

* Must have own tools.

Physical Demands & Conditions

(Applicable to Igloo Operators, Technicians, Leaders, and Other Roles in Manufacturing)

Standing & Walking

Roles may involve extended periods (up to 12 hours) of standing and walking, including moving at a brisk pace and occasional stair climbing.

Postural Requirements

Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in low or awkward positions during production or maintenance tasks.

Lifting & Material Handling

* Operator-level roles may involve lifting up to 25 lb repeatedly throughout the shift.

* Technician-level roles may involve lifting up to 50 lb multiple times per day, including overhead lifts.

* Where possible, mechanical aids (e.g., hoists, forklifts) are used.

Fine Motor Skills & Tool Use

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