Job Title: Injection Moulding Process Specialist
We are seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Process Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for providing technical support and leadership on production/processing methods and controls to meet quality standards in the most efficient manner for new and existing moulding processes.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience of injection moulding, preferably in a healthcare setting with high volume automation desirable but not essential. You will also have excellent IT, communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work on your own initiative. Additionally, you should have a good mechanical and process aptitude, and be capable of running injection moulding equipment and completing accurate documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversight for injection moulding process start up, process monitoring during running and shutdown in a safe manner to achieve production targets for quality product (customer volume, yield, scrap and material cost).
• Take ownership for process escalations for injection moulding to ensure action is taken to troubleshoot & resolve issues in a timely manner using systematic approach to root cause problem solving.
• Ensure tool set-up & changeover activities are optimised to meet production targets.
• Support process engineer in the development of new processes set up, Proof of concept & validation runs for existing and new production & prototype tools.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of required documentation in the manufacturing area from all operation team supporting injection moulding.
• Support continuous improvement projects using Decoupled process & lean tools to optimise injection moulding performance and improve reliability.
Requirements:
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent
• 3rd level NCEA Level 6 (Mechanical / plastics engineering) or equivalent preferable
• 5 Years + experience of injection moulding, preferably Healthcare with high volume automation desirable but not essential
• Experience of mould set up and working with a wide variety of plastics and mould types
• Additional specialist industry standard process technician training desirable
Benefits:
As an experienced Injection Moulding Process Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects, develop your skills and knowledge, and contribute to the success of our company. You will also receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for career advancement and professional development.