Setup Technician - Molding

Job Title:   Setup Technician

Department:   Injection Molding

Accountability:  This position reports to the Production Supervisor

Responsibilities:                

• Setup all scheduled machines in an efficient and economical manner per requirement
• Follow proper mold installation procedures
• Ensure that water lines are connected
• Check for proper water flow through the mold
• Start up and process mold according molding data sheet
• Wipe molds, blow out water lines, and spray with protectant upon removal
• Store molds in proper location
• Mark molds for maintenance, repair and storage
• Keep mold bases and mold base accessories clean and organized
• Work with Maintenance to   insure machines are in optimal condition to eliminate unnecessary down time

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associates Degree in Plastic Molding Injection, or other related field, preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 1+ year of experience in an injection molding environment as a Setup Technician, preferred
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively
• Able to read and understand work instructions
• Must possess a strong attention to detail
• Must be able to tolerate long periods of standing
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Able to perform basic mathematical computations
• Good verbal communication skills
• General knowledge of workplace safety, a plus

Work Environment – Manufacturing:

• Chemicals, (See SDS)
• Dust
• Machinery
• Noise
• Protective Clothing and Equipment May be Required

Company Details:

Havis is the leading manufacturer of products designed for mobile workers.  Our company has a legacy dating back over 75 years as a trusted manufacturer and provider of mission critical equipment with a focus on the customer.  Our headquarters is located in Warminster, Pennsylvania with another facility in Ivyland, Pennsylvania and a third in Plymouth, Michigan.  We design, engineer and build safe, reliable, ergonomically efficient products.  We strive to exceed our own high standards and our customers’ expectations with flexible, integrated solutions. We pride ourselves in providing the finest quality products and services to our customers.  We are committed to continually improving our products, our services and ourselves.

• Havis, Inc. -  Website: www.havis.com 
• Havis designs, manufactures and sells equipment for the mobile workforce 
• Headquartered in Warminster, PA with additional facilities Ivyland, PA and in Plymouth, MI 
• ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System 
• Fast growing company in a niche but growing marketplace 
• Company offers Health, Dental, Vision and 401(k) Plan with matching contributions 
• 100% Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life & ADD benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday benefits
• Competitive pay commensurate with education, skills, and experience

Prepared by:  Human Resources

Approved by:  Production Manager