Sr Technician Supervisor

WORK SHIFT:

Our NC facility is temperature-controlled by HVAC.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY

 This hands-on position will supervise and direct all levels of Injection Process Technicians and any persons in contact with injection molds and molding process. This position is responsible for mold changes (scheduling staff), mold process control, mold change component inventory, productivity, part quality, safety, cleanliness and organization. He/she must be able to review the daily production schedule and set priorities based on customer requirements and resources available. He/she must be able to coordinate activities with various positions and personnel in the injection molding department as well as with supporting department personnel to accomplish specific assigned goals and objectives. He/she will also be the key trainer for all new technicians in the use and setup of injection molding machines and automation.  He/she will assume the role of Shift Manager in his absence including reporting to Plant Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Hands-on supervision (will supervise and assist with all aspect of molding).
• Supervisory responsibility for employees assigned to his/her area.
• Works effectively as a member of a team and also autonomously, often in a supervisory role.
• Willing to learn and adapt to new methods, procedures, principles, disciplines goals and objectives.
• Leads, trains, assist in identifying equipment and motivate personnel as required.
• Complete the duties of an area supervisor specified by Cambro’s operating structure, including but not limited to (reporting, review, MOS procedures, disciplinary write-up, training and training and time studies).
• Set-up, start-up, processing, statistical process control, robotics, automation and process troubleshooting of various types of thermoplastic injection molds, machines and resins to ensure efficient production of quality products. Also may require occasional activity in material handling, blending, maintenance, assembly, packaging and inventory control.
• Directly support management, engineering department, mold maintenance, injection scheduling and quality control departments to perform mold/material testing.
• Leads and participates in the identification, recommendation and implementation of new procedures to improve department safety, efficiency and profitability.
• Communicates with prior and oncoming shifts to give work assignments and expectations to achieve plan.
• Orders and maintain designated tools and supplies for molding process.
• Investigate and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work related problems.
• Assume role of Shift Manager in his absences including reporting to Plant Manager.
• Interprets company policies to employees and enforces safety regulations. Teaches policies to all shift personnel. Test, measures and documents understanding of each employee of company policies.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance, including being punctual, and dependable in order to meet the needs of the department and the organization.
• Execute each essential duty satisfactorily in order to perform job successfully.
• Follows all safety procedures required in work area, wears PPE as needed, attends all safety meetings, and reports safety issues regarding equipment or unsafe/hazardous conditions.
• Performs effectively as a team member, able to work well with others, open to receive and give feedback, and treats everyone with respect.
• Takes ownership of own work and behavior, accepts accountability for own actions, encourages solutions, and communicates status of work/projects.
• Follow all department quality standards/criteria. Raise concerns and issues to immediate manager.
• Able to understand and demonstrate Cambro company culture, display company core values (Safety, Quality, Respect, and Service).
• Understands department’s key performance indicators and contributes to achieve these goals both individually and as a team.  
• Other duties as needed or required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle emergency response and first aid situations.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, remain flexible and open to possible schedule changes in order to meet business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Excellent knowledge of the injection molding process, materials, molds, and machinery.  Demonstrated ability to lead a group of people to accomplish a predetermined goal.  Knowledge to perform all aspects of the utility, material handler, and all set-up technician levels. 
• Ten years of injection molding experience specifically in the area set-up, start-up and processing of thermoplastic injection mold. High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.  Some basic computer skills are required for documentation and record keeping of test/run data.
• Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Reasoning ability/Communication both verbal & written
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Scientific Injection Molding, Paulson Practical Injection Molding (Advance)
• Certification for forklift desirable but not necessary.
• Previous mechanical/electrical/hydraulics training or experience helpful

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting, walking, standing, bending at the neck, bending at the waist, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting at the neck and waist, repetitive use of hands, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling, reaching above and below the shoulder, carrying/lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Driving cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment
• Working around equipment and machinery
• Exposure to excessive noise
• Exposure to dust, gas, fumes or chemicals
• Working at heights
• Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment
• Walking on uneven ground
• Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement
• Risk of exposure to bio-hazard while working such as: bloodborne pathogens, sewage, hospital waste, etc.

PPE Requirements

• Safety glasses
• Leather upper, slip-resistant, safety toe shoes
• Utility/cutting gloves as required
• Hardhat as required
• Hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs, earmuffs)
• Face shields as required
• Fall protection harness as required
• Welding helmet/goggles as required
• Welding leathers (sleeves, coat, apron, gloves) as required
• Face covering/mask required at all times

CAMBRO is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against based upon race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.