BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES: Start-up and or shutdown molding machines and auxiliary equipment as needed.Independently perform mold changes and provide assistance and guidance to others during mold change activitiesAdjusts process parameters to ensure high quality at production standards. Maintain records of adjustments.Successfully trouble shoot problems on machines, molds, robots and can successfully make adjustments to maintain quality/production.Change pneumatic fixtures and end effectors on robotic work cells.Provides technical direction and support to setters and molding associates.Assists with troubleshooting escalations, supports training and development of lower labor grades, and makes proactive decisions aligned with production prioritiesApplies scientific molding principles and RJG methodology to establish, optimize, and sustain robust molding processes. Performs and interprets complex RJG studies and uses data to drive process improvements.Set-up/perform tool (arm) changes, adjustments, re-teach robots and calibrate all robotic equipment as necessary.Perform daily, weekly, monthly or quarterly PM Service as required on machines, molds and robots, keeping records/logs on same.Perform quality checks throughout shift using various gauges, record results and take actions as necessary to resolve issue and contain material.Responsible for writing work orders in SAP to ensure repair of machines or molds.Keep machines, robots and work areas clean, safe and orderly.Responsible for quality and quantity of work produced.Responsible for a neat and orderly work area.May be required to work in other departments and in other job classifications.
