Injection Molding Technician

TG Minto Corporation is a proud division of Toyoda Gosei, a World-class automotive supplier with 67 group companies in 17 countries. With locations in Palmerston and Stratford Ontario, we are a Tier1 supplier of injection molded interior/exterior parts & assemblies to Toyota and Honda. Together we are committed to providing high quality products with a heavy focus on safety, respect and success for our Team Members.

Compensation And Benefits

• Starting wages of $24.88/hr
• Paid overtime after 40/hours per week
• Shift Premiums ranging from +$0.40 to +$0.65 (Afternoon Shift) & +$1.00 (Night Shift)

We Offer a Very Extensive Benefit Program

• Company Paid time off: Up to 10 Days + 5 Float Days to start, 15 Days + 5 Float Days (1st full year)
• Benefits start from Day 1 – 90% Medical, 80% Dental, Variety of Paramedical Coverage ($500/service)
• Uniforms are Provided + Yearly Allowance + Yearly Safety Boot Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program provided through Manulife/Homewood
• Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations throughout the year and $Cash Recognition Programs

General Job Description

Reporting to the Injection Supervisor, with technical direction from engineering, the Injection Molding Technician assists the leader technician and supervisor in daily operations of the injection and injection assembly systems. Set up and operate injection-molding machines to cast products from thermoplastic materials. Responsible of maintenance of injection processes to meet standard cycle times and quality requirements. Ability to properly handle material, molded product and related inventory control. Must have experience and knowledge of proper operation of manufacturing and material handling equipment. Ability to operate a forklift a plus.

Duties And Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other Duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. As an Injection Molding Technician, you will be able to perform the following duties:

• Install dies on machine according to work order specifications
• Assisting in modification of existing procedures
• Creation of new standardized work procedures
• Utilizing and understanding all applicable subcomponents of the production order packet
• Responsible for molding machine set up including ancillary equipment as related to the molding process
• Follow and document process parameters to ensure repeatable results
• Occasionally perform the functions and responsibilities of a material handler
• Perform mold changes
• Use a crane hoist to perform mold changes and maintenance of molding machines
• Insert changes to molds
• Process molding parameters to achieve quality parts and optimized cycle times
• Set up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal and trimming
• Use troubleshooting skills to improve and develop repeatable molding processes
• Address unacceptable reject levels
• Respond to machine alarms in a timely manner
• Responsible for proper handling and care of all materials, molds and tooling
• Responsible for clear and consistent communication between shifts
• Responsible for the continuous operation of production equipment
• Responsible for backup in the absence of the Leader Technician
• Ensure a positive work environment and awareness of company goals and objectives. Follow work instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ideal candidate has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within mold making.
• Experience working in fast pace, high change environment, with limited supervision: self-starter
• Strong attention to detail with excellent prioritization and follow up skills.
• Possess leadership skills and ability to be led in a manner that is healthy to our positive and productive work environment.
• Emphasizes personal and professional growth. Keeps knowledge and skills current.
• Must rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals in a variety of tasks.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, and able to read and write in English.
• Be able to work under time pressure and prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Be able to maintain a positive and cooperative attitude daily and under deadlines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance; and talk or hear.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision, and color vision.
• Must be able to adhere to PPE requirements (Respiratory Fitness - clean shave of facial hair is mandatory for adherence).

Straight Shift Timing on Afternoon Shift (2:30PM-11:00PM) but may be required to change shifts in order to accommodate production requirements.

Nature of vacancy: Replacement