Mold Technician - A Shift



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 Job Description Job Group/Grade:     JG2     Position Summary:   Setup and operate machines in accordance with standard practices.  Maintain acceptable levels of production, quality and housekeeping in accordance with good manufacturing practices in an injection molding environment.  Ensure that the molding department produces high quality, low cost molded components for the assembly department, by running press within validated parameters, inspect parts radically, setting & pulling molds, diagnosing & repairing problems and implementing continuous improvements.     Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures.  Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function.  Ability to read and write and converse in English.  Willing and able to uphold BD Values.     Duties/Responsibilities:   Keep the line running   Restart press as needed   Perform periodical part inspection   Troubleshooting & preventative maintenance molding machine and fill out documentation   Verify the mold is running with-in validated parameters and parts meet acceptance criteria.   Assist with the set-up and maintenance of auxiliary equipment, including conveyors, water temperature controls, and mold hot runner controls and make minor repairs to machines and equipment and notify proper personnel of necessary major repairs.   Responsible for adherence to Quality Specifications for all products, and follow and promote all safety and environmental procedures.   Fill out all documents on molding runs to control traceability and ensure reproducibility.   Relieve other molding technicians on breaks and in the event of absenteeism, train and assist mold utility.   Promote and maintain an atmosphere of cooperation among and between shifts, tool room, quality control, and management to facilitate production goals.   Set and Pull Molds.    Work with Q.C. Reps for 1st piece approval's.    Perform PM's on equipment each shift.   Address quality defects detected at in process inspections by troubleshooting the molding process and equipment.    Work with the in process inspector to ensure product being produced meets quality criteria.   Maintain the molding department and their assigned equipment with GMP regarding quality, cleanliness, part containment, and documentation.    Work with the Lead Tech and mold repair to keep cavity utilization in the green.   Assist the Lead Molding Technician with projects, EWO's, Eng. Studies, Validations, and Change Controls.   Assist mold utilities as needed to keep equipment running.   Other duties as required to support the needs of the business     Education :   High School diploma/GED required     Experience:   Previous molding experience preferred   Scientific molding technique knowledge preferred   General m echanical   aptitude   required    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   Mechanical ability   - Proficient    Troubleshooting and problem solving efficiently and effectively   –   Proficient   Ability to keep and maintain detailed documentation/communication - Proficient   Independent thinking   –   Proficient   Teamwork – Proficient   Leadership skills   –   Proficient     PCP Level:      3   BD is committed to providing a robust set of value-based programs and resources that are best-in-class, market-competitive and affordable for all associates and their