Process Technician Nights

Process Technician

American Plastics
, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic‑injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end‑markets. We are searching for a Process Technician for our Tiffin, OH location. This position will report to the Production Manager.

• Monitor and maintain standard cycle times and part quality
• Understand and communicate the information provided within the job packet pertaining to specification sheet, standard routing, B.O.M.’s, scrap reports and quality requirements
• Identify all resins used in molding operation including regrind and the associated usage percentage
• Operate the operator interface ‘CRT’ screen on computer‑controlled presses, including all screens required to control the process
• Establish new process, do mold sets, robot programming and start a machine based upon settings in Mold Books/QR Code
• Demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of hot runner systems, valve gates, and standard sprue molds
• Troubleshoot issues on injection molding machines and robots
• Other duties as assigned by Management

All (4) shifts A, B, C, D are scheduled on a 2/2/3. This schedule gives you a 3‑day weekend every other week! The schedule pattern consists of four 12‑hour shifts that work two days in a row, get two days off and then work another three days, which results in only 14 working days each month.

• At least 18 years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States of America
• Pass a pre‑employment drug screen & authorise background check
• Must be able to work a 12‑hour shift
• Knowledge of operating the following injection molding machines is a must, such as:
  Engel, Milacron, Battenfeld, UBE and HPM’s
• Knowledge with Wittman and Servpro robots preferred
• Organised, detail oriented, team player with a sense of urgency
• Resourceful, with ability to apply critical problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• Applicant must have 2+ years’ experience as a process tech in injection molding or similar process
• Follow departmental documentation procedures
• 5S and Lock Out Tag Out experience preferred

We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing