American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic-injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end-markets. We are searching for a Process Technician for our Sycamore, OH facility. This position will report to the Production Schedule Coordinator. 

Responsibilities

· Monitor and maintain standard cycle times and part quality 

· Be able to understand and communicate the information provided within the job packet pertaining to specification sheet, standard routing, B.O.M.’s, scrap reports and quality requirements 

· Be able to identify all resins used in molding operation including regrind and the associated usage percentage 

· Must understand and operate the operator interface ‘CRT’ screen on computer-controlled presses, including all screens required to control the process 

· Must be able to establish a new process, do mold sets, Robot Programming and start a machine based upon settings in Mold Books/QR Code. 

· Demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of hot runner systems, Valve Gates, and standard sprue molds 

· Trouble shoot issues on Injection Molding machines and Robots.

· Other duties as assigned by Management   

Fixed Schedule:

All (4) shifts A, B, C, D are scheduled on a 2/2/3. This schedule gives you a 3-day weekend every other week! The schedule pattern consists of four 12-Hour shifts who work two days in a row, get two days off and then work another three days, which results in only 14 working days each month!

· At least 18 years of age

· Eligible to work in the United States of America

· Pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen & Authorize Background Check

· Must be able to work a 12-Hour Shift

· Knowledge of operating the following Injection molding machines a must, such as:

· Engel, Milacron, Battenfeld, UBE and HPM’s

· Knowledge with Wittman and Servpro Robots preferred.

· Organized, detail oriented, team player with a sense of urgency

· Resourceful, with ability to apply critical problem-solving skills 

· Effective Communication Skills 

· Applicant must have 2 plus years’ experience as a process tech in injection molding or similar process 

· Follow departmental documentation procedures

· 5S and Lock Out Tag Out experience preferred

Benefits: 

If you are interested in joining the American Plastics team and want to work in a fast-paced, progressive environment, we want to hear from you.  We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.