Engineering Process Technician Firenze

Engineering Process Technician
Firenze
Toscana, Firenze

Job Summary: The Engineering Process Technician for Injection Molding is responsible for setting up, monitoring, and optimizing injection molding processes to ensure efficient production and high-quality products.

This role involves troubleshooting molding issues, improving cycle times, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities: Process Setup & Optimization: Set up, start, and adjust injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.

Optimize molding parameters to improve efficiency, reduce defects, and ensure consistency.

Perform mold changes, material changes, and machine adjustments as required.

Troubleshooting & Quality Control: Identify and resolve molding defects such as flash, short shots, warping, and burns.

Conduct process troubleshooting and root cause analysis to improve production.

Work closely with quality teams to ensure parts meet specifications.

Equipment Maintenance & Safety: Perform routine maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.

Ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently, following safety protocols.

Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to engineering and maintenance teams.

Continuous Improvement & Documentation: Assist in process improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency.

Maintain accurate records of machine parameters, process changes, and production data.

Collaborate with engineers to implement new tooling and process improvements.

Qualifications & Skills: Education: Associate's degree or technical certification in plastics, manufacturing, or a related field.

Relevant work experience in injection molding may be considered in place of formal education.

Experience: 2+ years of experience as a Process Technician in an injection molding environment.

Experience with various injection molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment.

Technical Skills: Strong understanding of plastic injection molding processes, materials, and tooling.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and quality standards.

Knowledge of scientific molding principles (RJG, DOE) is a plus.

Soft Skills: Problem-solving mindset with strong analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment: Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and plastic materials.

Requires standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, and wearing protective equipment.

May involve shift work, overtime, and occasional weekend coverage.

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