Injection Molding SetupProcess Technician 2nd Shift Starting at 3350
Injection Molding SetupProcess Technician 2nd Shift Starting at 3350
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Why Badger Meter
Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company with a mission to preserve and protect the worlds most precious resource. For more than 100 years cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable clean and resilient. Just like every drop counts at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!
Here at Badger Meter we believe that our approach to diversity equity and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences encourages innovation and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.
We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the worlds most precious resource.
What You Will Contribute:
Are you ready to take your technical expertise to the next level As a Plastic Injection Molding Technician youll play a critical role in crafting highquality molded thermoplastic parts and components.
In this handson position youll be at the heart of our operationssetting up adjusting and preparing injection molding machines to achieve peak performance and production efficiency.
Were looking for a proactive problemsolver with strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit. If you thrive in a team environment built on lean manufacturing principles and value workplace safety and organization wed love to have you on board!
This will be a second shift (MF 2:30pm11:00pm) role at our Milwaukee Wisconsin Headquarters. This role will start at $33.50 with a $0.75 shift premium. We are looking for talented individuals with at least 3 years of plastic injection molding process and set up experience.
Job Duties:
Set up molds auxiliary equipment and secondary operation machines.
Install molds/dies into injection molding machines according to the production schedule to satisfy production needs and tool development needs.
Perform set up procedures which may include the following: connecting hoses die heaters loading of proper raw material or checking the pellet mix against code number to verify use of a virgin material regrind mix or color composition mix.
Set process controllers according to prescribed process specifications which may include setting cylinder temperature activate water cooling systems and set mold temperature.
Regulate first and second stage pressure and cycle time set back pressure and adjust mold opening and closing time.
Change out machine barrel nozzles and tips as needed and purge machine of all old material and run test.
Setup of secondary processes and equipment such as degating and drilling operations.
Use and setup required measuring fixtures on coordinate measuring machines (CMM) to measure parts on inspection programs as required.
Perform any required process changes that deviate from specified parameters within the current engineering/ management limitations to ensure acceptable dimensions and appearance.
Inspect test part to blueprint specifications and make all necessary adjustments to correct any problems before production run.
Service molding machines by cleaning dies clearing sprues freeing stuck parts and loading material hoppers.
Follow machine shut down procedures (close hopper throat valve turn off heating and cooling systems retract carriage and purge machine and ensure machines and areas around them are clean and free of all debris (resin pellets molded parts water oil etc. after each setup is completed).
Set up and operate tool tryouts to support engineering development when required by management.
Utilize production inventory management systems to perform production reporting and part information inquires such as material locations or bill of materials.
Education and Experience:
High School/GED required; Trade School preferred
3 years of experience in Molding Tech desired
Qualifications:
Basic proficiency with computers required
Basic knowledge of machine adjustments
Basic knowledge of how to use precision gauges (verniers scales comparators and pyrometers)
Basic ability to diagnose machine or tool malfunctions
Ability to pass internal forklift and hazmat training if applicable
Competencies:
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; selfimposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a manufacturing environment
Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day
Depending on the assigned department must be able to demonstrate the ability to lift up to 60 pounds and complete an audiogram test
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Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
Competitive Pay
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health Vision and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan up to 7 of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match the company will also contribute 5 of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you at no cost!
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Basic Group Life Insurance Short Term Disability and more
Educational Assistance Tuition Reimbursement up to $5250
Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance Long Term Disability Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)options
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal EEO is the Law poster and the EEO is the Law poster supplement at Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as amended by the ADA Amendments Act and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
