Job Description

Injection Molding Machine Operator

Ensure injection molding machines are properly set-up and run to customer quality standards and meet all production goals.

Make necessary connections of the electrical, hydraulic and cooling systems to the mold; insure that the correct plastic material, plastic melt temperatures, shot size, injection speed and pressures are set; and cycle the machine and adjust the molding parameters until acceptable parts are produced.

Responsibilities:

• Change molds in an effective, safe manner.
• Assure that all safety and housekeeping procedures are followed.
• Report all quality and scrap issues to the Production Supervisor/Lead Process Engineer as soon as possible.
• Remove mold and ensure both sides are cleaned.
• Clean MAG plate on both sides.
• Assist in the development and execution of the plan for the Mold and Color Changes working with the team leaders and assigned leaders for the area.
• Sets up machines (assembly equipment) associated with mold including changing the RJG to new mold that has been set.
• Maintains a clean and safe mold storage area.
• Maintains all mold change equipment.
• Reports damaged equipment to the Production Supervisor/Technical Manager.
• Uses a crane in a safe manner to change molds.
• Wears proper protective equipment as required.
• Complete Mold Change Checklist.
• Ensure the pit is cleaned out and all previous parts are tagged and removed.
• Maintains Gaylord and hopper levels.
• Ensures that all material gaylords are covered.
• Ensures all material is properly labeled.
• Ensures that material is stored in the correct area.
• Empties and cleans grinders/blenders.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in injection molding.
• Must pass a general mechanical aptitude test
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs
• Willingness to work required hours overtime, weekend work and early morning startups is likely

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit to learn more.

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.

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