A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co. · 15 hours ago
Setup Technician
Cuba City, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelA.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co. is a long-established family-owned company specializing in custom injection molding. The Setup Technician will be responsible for performing initial startup on production runs, improving production efficiencies, troubleshooting equipment issues, and maintaining quality control throughout the production process.
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Responsibilities
Perform an initial startup on a new production run after mold sets are complete
Work on processes to improve production efficiencies and reduce high scrap rates
Research problems with equipment and tooling and take corrective action
Trouble shoot process issues in the factory and consult with tool designer and project engineers for solutions to the problems
Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
Document and record processes for all production runs for each customer
Perform daily rounds and checks at each workstation:
Are all waterlines on and circulating through the molds and mold heater units
Is water on the barrel throats
Waterlines are routed to the mold properly and don’t have leaky fittings
Water tanks are circulating and the heaters are working if used
Drop bars are set properly
Dryers are working and setup correctly
Review of all electrical cords, air hoses, oil temperature, etc. .
Set mold and start jobs according to standard procedures as instructed by supervisor or upper management
Set-up and changeover of equipment used for performing secondary and degating operations at the molding machines. (Tables, Conveyors, Water Tanks, Degaters, Fixtures, etc. . .)
Perform all aspects of changeover required for converting molding machines to various production of sample jobs
Put things in proper places when pulling jobs out. Mold inserts, fixtures, switches, valves, etc. .
Perform minor mold maintenance and repair, including cavity, core and/or base changeover, as required
To perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs when necessary as required
Keep inventory in order of heater bands, mold clamps, bolts, hoses, knockout rods
Have a good knowledge of all machines and their functions and make sure your set-up people have this knowledge
Maintain good communications with your Quality Control Department to insure quality products are produced on your shift and at start-up
Follow established procedures for the proper storage of molds and equipment
Keep set-up records in order and insure that set-up records are 100% accurate when filling them out
Take care of the equipment – use proper length bolts to fasten molds so threads are not stripped, watch centering rings, bumping of machines tie bards, safety gates and drop bars with the mold. Use care with auxiliary equipment. DME units fastened so as not to fall on the floor, water heats, etc. . . Overall put a little extra thought in everyday duties that you perform
Stage molds and equipment for upcoming jobs
Stage break periods so machinery is not left idle. This may require and early or late break
To assist with required machine and/or equipment adjustments and troubleshooting to insure safe, efficient operations as directed by shift supervisor
Operator the forklift as required
Report problems, needs, and equipment breakdowns to your supervisor so it can be corrected
Accurately complete all record keeping forms
When required, to perform any job in a lower rated classification that is necessary to support plant operations safely and efficiently
Assist in secondary work as needed and as time permits:
Assembly, print, sort, drill or gauge parts
Give breaks
Operate a machine
Spend adequate time before and after each shift to insure all information is properly passed onto oncoming shifts
Be available to work overtime as needed
If something, does not seem quite right question it and report it to your supervisor immediately
Adhere to all company policies regarding conduct, safety practices, and job performance
When called upon or in case of an emergency, be qualified to assume supervisors responsibilities on a temporary basis
All other duties as assigned by your shift supervisor or management
Qualification
Required
Perform an initial startup on a new production run after mold sets are complete
Work on processes to improve production efficiencies and reduce high scrap rates
Research problems with equipment and tooling and take corrective action
Trouble shoot process issues in the factory and consult with tool designer and project engineers for solutions to the problems
Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
Document and record processes for all production runs for each customer
Perform daily rounds and checks at each workstation
Set mold and start jobs according to standard procedures as instructed by supervisor or upper management
Set-up and changeover of equipment used for performing secondary and degating operations at the molding machines
Perform all aspects of changeover required for converting molding machines to various production of sample jobs
Put things in proper places when pulling jobs out
Perform minor mold maintenance and repair, including cavity, core and/or base changeover, as required
To perform preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs when necessary as required
Keep inventory in order of heater bands, mold clamps, bolts, hoses, knockout rods
Have a good knowledge of all machines and their functions and make sure your set-up people have this knowledge
Maintain good communications with your Quality Control Department to insure quality products are produced on your shift and at start-up
Follow established procedures for the proper storage of molds and equipment
Keep set-up records in order and insure that set-up records are 100% accurate when filling them out
Take care of the equipment
Stage molds and equipment for upcoming jobs
Stage break periods so machinery is not left idle
To assist with required machine and/or equipment adjustments and troubleshooting to insure safe, efficient operations as directed by shift supervisor
Operate the forklift as required
Report problems, needs, and equipment breakdowns to your supervisor so it can be corrected
Accurately complete all record keeping forms
When required, to perform any job in a lower rated classification that is necessary to support plant operations safely and efficiently
Assist in secondary work as needed and as time permits
Spend adequate time before and after each shift to insure all information is properly passed onto oncoming shifts
Be available to work overtime as needed
If something does not seem quite right, question it and report it to your supervisor immediately
Adhere to all company policies regarding conduct, safety practices, and job performance
When called upon or in case of an emergency, be qualified to assume supervisors responsibilities on a temporary basis
Participate in-group and individual training
Perform all duties in a safe manner while supporting and encouraging the company's safety culture
Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment
Perform all job duties with a positive, collaborative, and encouraging attitude
Benefits
Major medical (BCBS)
Delta dental and vision
Company sponsored basic life insurance and short-term disability
Voluntary life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment
Long-term disability
Competitive 401(k) with company matching
Generous PTO
10 paid holidays
Company giveaways
Family picnics
Company
A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co.
A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co.
Founded in 1856
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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