Injection Molding Technician
Posted 2 weeks ago by Creo Invent
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Blackpool Area
Summary: The Injection Molding Technician is responsible for analyzing and improving injection molding processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. This role involves evaluating mold designs, advising on material selection, troubleshooting production issues, and implementing quality control procedures. Additionally, the technician will provide training and support to employees while collaborating with engineering teams on new product development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and improve existing injection molding processes to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste.
- Evaluate mold designs for manufacturability, identify potential issues, and recommend design improvements.
- Advise on appropriate materials for specific applications, considering strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Diagnose and resolve production problems related to machine performance, material properties, or process parameters.
- Implement and monitor quality control procedures to ensure consistent production of high-quality parts.
- Identify opportunities to reduce material waste, energy consumption, and other production costs.
- Provide training to employees on best practices for injection molding and offer ongoing support.
- Collaborate with engineering teams during the design phase of new products to ensure manufacturability.
Key Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of the injection molding process, including machine operation, mold design, material properties, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Ability to analyze data, identify root causes of problems, and develop effective solutions.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to understand client needs and present recommendations.
- Project management skills to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software used for mold design and analysis.
- Understanding of quality control procedures and standards relevant to injection molding.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Blackpool Area
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job Description: Process Optimization: Analyze and improve existing injection molding processes to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste. Mold Design and Analysis: Evaluate mold designs for manufacturability, identify potential issues, and recommend design improvements to optimize part quality and production efficiency, Material Selection: Advise on appropriate materials for specific applications, considering factors like strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve production problems related to machine performance, material properties, or process parameters. Quality Control: Implement and monitor quality control procedures to ensure consistent production of high-quality parts, according to Naukri.com. Cost Reduction: Identify opportunities to reduce material waste, energy consumption, and other production costs. Training and Support: Provide training to employees on best practices for injection molding and offer ongoing support to ensure the implementation of recommended solutions. New Product Development: Collaborate with engineering teams during the design phase of new products to ensure manufacturability and optimize the injection molding process. Skills and Qualifications: Expertise in Injection Molding: In-depth knowledge of the injection molding process, including machine operation, mold design, material properties, and troubleshooting techniques. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify root causes of problems, and develop effective solutions. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with clients, understand their needs, and present recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Project Management Skills: Ability to manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Experience with CAD/CAM software: Familiarity with software used for mold design and analysis. Knowledge of Quality Control Standards: Understanding of quality control procedures and standards relevant to injection molding.