CNC SET-UP / CNC TECHNICIAN - 2nd Shift

Leading job shop doing tight-tolerance, low-volume work seeks CNC set-up technicians. Operate and set-up CNC horizontal/vertical mills. Degree in machine tool technology and/or CNC experience required. Friendly work atmosphere & clean, air-conditioned plant with newer equipment. Excellent pay package. Second shift positions currently open, premium paid for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Opportunity for advancement.

MOLD PRESS TENDER

Garner Industries has openings for molding press tenders. Duties include operation of injection molding presses, trim, inspect, and package parts, and maintain production logs. Must have ability to read part drawings, follow work instructions, use measuring equipment and good math skills. Friendly work atmosphere & clean, air-conditioned plant with newer equipment. Excellent pay package. Multiple shifts available, premium paid 2nd and 3rd shifts. Opportunity for advancement.

MOLD TECHNICIAN – 2nd and 3rd Shifts

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Trains molding employees in the areas of basic E-Stop controls, water and air shutoffs for emergency situations.
2. Sets up, services and operates plastic injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment in a safe manner.
3. Installs molds in machines using safety precautions.
4. Troubleshoots problems with machines and processes. Adjusts machine controls as required by part process.
5. Checks molded parts for appearance and tolerances in accordance with quality control requirements.
6. Performs daily mold check and maintenance, i.e. clean, grease and inspect.
7. Performs normal day-to-day maintenance and assists with repair when necessary.
8. Identifies various plastic materials and material handling processes.
9. Identifies various material types and knows advantages and disadvantages to each type.
10. Participates in implementation of safety policies and assists in instructing employees in safe work habits.
11. Maintains hoppers and dryers as needed.
12. Assists in chart documentations.
13. Grinds scrap plastic for use as regrind as required and exercises good safety precautions.
14. Responsible for contributing to a positive and productive work environment.
15. Assists with normal day-to-day housekeeping.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability.

Education
Training and knowledge of Injury Prevention Program (IPP), hazardous materials.
Technical college degree preferred, but not required.
Computer skills preferred, but not required.

Experience
Molding experience as a Mold Tender or equivalent is required.

Other Skills
1. Must have knowledge of various types of molding machines, set up controls, etc.
2. Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
3. Must provide motivation and leadership to employees in meeting job goals.
4. Must have knowledge of safety policies and practices required by the company.
5. Must have ability to work independently.
6. Must have ability to plan and prioritize work.
7. Must have ability to read, understand instructions and communicate effectively in English.
8. Must have ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
9. Must be able to record and understand numerical data (counts) as it applies to the job the employee is tending.
10. Must have ability to use and properly read micrometers, gauges and measuring fixtures.
11. Must understand and follow instructions and express ideas or concerns with supervisor.
12. Computer skills preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.
The employee frequently is required to use his/her hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The person inspecting the parts must have normal or corrected 20/20 vision.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.