Injection Moulding Process Technician

SUMMARY:
Job Purpose:

• Setting injection moulding machines to produce stable and good quality parts.
• Troubleshoot and adjust moulding parameters to maintain quality and maximum product

• Perform problem-solving to develop corrective actions for issues.
• To initiate, action and drive closure of continuous improvement plans.
• Fault finding and maintaining injection moulding machines to ensure output targets are

• Using the Setting Sheet to set machines to produce parts that are according to specification and of desired quality.
• Ensure the optimal operation of all injection moulding machines, at all times.
• Conduct Product Quality Improvement Trails, when required.
• Attend to any setting problems during production runs.

• Thorough understanding of machine architecture and hardware functions: hydraulics, pneumatics, wiring and tooling.
• Attend to breakdowns as required through accurate trouble shooting and repair.
• Conduct routine maintenance as scheduled.

• Safe storage of tools.
• Install / oversee the installation of tools.
• Manage projects – Execute all agreed projects and maintain the initiative.
• Assist with Mould Changes.

• Knowledge of Automated Material Feeding Systems (Hoppers, Dryers, Feeding, etc.)

• Fulfil Housekeeping and 5S in all work areas.
• Execute all ad hoc tasks, as required.

• Formal training in Injection Moulding Plastics Technology (Good knowledge of Scientific Moulding Principles – Essential Requirement)
• Ability to independently conduct process set-up for new moulds during project launch phases (Essential Requirement)
• Preferably ENGEL Machine experience CC200, CC300, etc. (However, this should not be limited to, but Advantageous)
• Willingness to identify and report on mechanical and electrical issues affecting the machine process.
• A technically qualified person with mechanical experience in hydraulics, pneumatics and injection moulding with some experience in wiring trouble shooting. (Advantageous)
• Proven trouble shooting skills.
• A person who is willing to help in all areas.

POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose:

• Setting injection moulding machines to produce stable and good quality parts.
• Troubleshoot and adjust moulding parameters to maintain quality and maximum product

• Perform problem-solving to develop corrective actions for issues.
• To initiate, action and drive closure of continuous improvement plans.
• Fault finding and maintaining injection moulding machines to ensure output targets are

• Using the Setting Sheet to set machines to produce parts that are according to specification and of desired quality.
• Ensure the optimal operation of all injection moulding machines, at all times.
• Conduct Product Quality Improvement Trails, when required.
• Attend to any setting problems during production runs.

• Thorough understanding of machine architecture and hardware functions: hydraulics, pneumatics, wiring and tooling.
• Attend to breakdowns as required through accurate trouble shooting and repair.
• Conduct routine maintenance as scheduled.

• Safe storage of tools.
• Install / oversee the installation of tools.
• Manage projects – Execute all agreed projects and maintain the initiative.
• Assist with Mould Changes.

• Knowledge of Automated Material Feeding Systems (Hoppers, Dryers, Feeding, etc.)

• Fulfil Housekeeping and 5S in all work areas.
• Execute all ad hoc tasks, as required.

• Formal training in Injection Moulding Plastics Technology (Good knowledge of Scientific Moulding Principles – Essential Requirement)
• Ability to independently conduct process set-up for new moulds during project launch phases (Essential Requirement)
• Preferably ENGEL Machine experience CC200, CC300, etc. (However, this should not be limited to, but Advantageous)
• Willingness to identify and report on mechanical and electrical issues affecting the machine process.
• A technically qualified person with mechanical experience in hydraulics, pneumatics and injection moulding with some experience in wiring trouble shooting. (Advantageous)
• Proven trouble shooting skills.
• A person who is willing to help in all areas.