Axiom Group Inc Hiring for Injection Molding / Process Technician at Aurora, ON Full Time

This position is out of Aurora and Markham location!!

Where does the Process Technician fit in?

You, as our next Process Technician will perform diversified duties related to molds in injection molding machines in a proper, timely and safe manner to ensure quality and safety. You will be responsible for setting-up and operating plastic injection-molding machines. As the technician, you will troubleshoot, set machine controls, regulate molding temperatures, volume of plastics, molding pressures & time according to molding procedures. You will also continuously evaluate & improve efficiency and product quality.

What you can expect as our next Process Technician:
Proficiently start up, shutdown, setup and troubleshoot injection molding machines / molds.

Review production processes and maintain required documentation

Inspect molds for correct set up and check to ensure proper materials are at the press prior to start. Confirm with material handler that material is prepared (dried if needed) and available

Monitor productivity of the injection molding process and production scrap. Optimize process to increase efficiency, product quality and reduce scrap

Communicate with prior and oncoming shifts about work assignments, production expectations and promote shift interaction and awareness

Review production schedule and coordinate with Shift Lead hand on priorities

Identify and communicate mold/machine problems to Shift Lead hand and Maintenance Dept.

Work with maintenance to identify machine related issues and tool room to identify mold related issues

Participate and lead training initiatives improve personal and co-worker (Junior Setup & Material Handler) skill sets. Be eager to teach and mentor junior staff.

When necessary, set up molds as required by production / production schedule. Direct Junior Setup and material handler on priorities to ensure mold change and start-up is completed in a timely manner

Recommend, participate in and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Assist with tool sampling, new tooling qualifications and process capability

Maintain a clean and safe work environment, understand 5S principles.

Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health and safety rules and regulations.

Ensures compliance to IATF systems and procedures

Perform additional tasks as assigned

Do you have what it takes to be be our next Process Technician?

5 + years of strong Technical/ Process / Setup experiences in the plastic injection molding industry

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Familiar with Scientific Molding techniques and methodologies. If not, must be willing to adapt and practice Scientific Molding principles

Have familiarity with resins such as – PP, Nylon, Glass filled, TPE, TPU, ABS and other engineered resins.

Strong knowledge of mold hot runner controllers, sequential valve gate auxiliary equipment, dryers, thermolators, etc.

Working knowledge on functionality of robot, sprue pickers, end of arm tooling

High degree of mechanical aptitude, highly focused and driven to learn

Strong attention to detail and pride in quality of work

Must be able to access root causes and solution-based thinking

Good visual skills for assessing part quality

Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Good verbal and written communication skills (able to read and write in English)

Familiar with Scientific Molding techniques and methodologies. If not, must be willing to adapt and practice Scientific Molding principles

Must be punctual, reliable and good work ethic.

Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and good manufacturing practices

Familiarity of machine tonnages from 40 tons to 2400 Ton an asset

Fork lift license and crane certification is asset

Experience in automotive industry is an asset!

Perks?!

To name a few, we offer a cool air-conditioned plant, a very clean facility, an amazing work environment/culture, ability to participate in multiple fun-filled company events and so much more! Don’t forget to ask us about our competitive total compensation package!

We, at Axiom are an equal opportunity employer. We are always looking for talented individuals who are motivated to meet and exceed their goals. We are proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish, and searching for new and talented additions to our team has always remained a priority.

Axiom is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.