Process Technician

Process Technician required for a reputable automotive manufacturing company based in East London, Eastern Cape

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Three to Five years relevant experience as a Process Technician
• Working knowledge of the Injection Moulding process
• Proficiency in technical set-up of injection moulding machines and working knowledge on establishment of robust processes
• Work with Production Assistant and Quality Department on approval of parts
• Ability to interpret part drawings, knowledge of plastic part quality requirements, and computer systems required
• Automotive component manufacturing industry experience
• Must have an understanding of the moulds, materials, injection process and machinery

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for timely changeover, set up injection moulds and work stations
• Work with Production Assistant and Quality Department on approval of parts
• Aid in Design jigs, fixtures, conveyer systems, robotics as necessary to meet or improve standards
• Assist Production Assistants in shift operation as requested
• Document tooling damage and/or processing issues, maintenance issues as appropriate
• Sets up all machining equipment related to each job change
• Works in a team to minimize machine down time and meet or exceed production standards
• Understands all procedures associated with the handling of hazardous waste
• Performs all maintenance of the tools/machines as required
• Observes machine operation to detect defects or machine malfunction
• Performs workspace housekeeping
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to interpret part drawings, knowledge of plastic part quality requirements, and computer systems required
• Must have an understanding of the moulds, materials, injection process, and machinery
• Proficiency in technical set-up of injection moulding machines and working knowledge on establishment of robust processes