Mould Process Technician in Birmingham

Artifex Interior Systems is pleased to confirm the below opportunity within our business:

Main purpose of the job

This role will form part of a rotating 3 shift mould team for current injection moulding production and new project production launches.

Main missions and results:

• Targets will include cycle times to match or improvement of costed cycle.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings i.e. material usage, masterbatch etc.
• Setters first point of contact and support on shift for all technical matters.
• Documentation is relevant and completed for the current tooling / all date stamps are correct, and H&S requirements are completed i.e. guard checks / light guards.
• Carry out checks to settings from master parameter sheet against machine settings in memory.
• Tool-change & Start ups are completed in line with Tool-change procedure, SOI ELM-036.
• To issue first off if required once process is deemed to be running & producing good quality parts, always referring to working sample for guidance.
• First off document to be approved for production start & all documentation is identified and placed in designated location.
• Ensure purge waste is understood by Setters and weighed / monitored as per Artifex policy.
• Ensure all elements of Technicians and setters responsibilities are adhered to.
• Highlight any tooling or equipment issues & suggest / drive improvements.
• To actively reduce tool change / awaiting tool change times by means of smart working practices such as educating setters / material handlers in hopper run out times and barrel heat stabilisation / colour changes etc.
• Assist or lead tool changes to ensure production meet tool change plan when possible.
• Make / suggest continual improvements to processes.
• Ensure all data relevant to process & or machine downtime is captured & recorded correctly.

You will be expected to show flexibility in your hours of work including any overtime as and when required.

Preferred skills and experience:

• IMT3 Injection moulding.
• SMED Understanding / Implementation.
• Polymer knowledge / drying / residence attributes / Processing / HSE implications.

Note: this is not an exhaustive list. All employees are expected to show flexibility and continued self-development to meet the ever-changing needs of the business. All job descriptions / vacancy notices will be subject to continual development.

What you’ll get:

• You will receive a competitive salary ranging plus company holiday pay.
• Working hours are 40 per week on a three shift rotation, alternating on a weekly basis between afternoons (14:00-22:00), mornings (06:00-14:00) and nights (22:00-06:00).
• Training will be given to the right candidate with the opportunity to join an expanding site within our organisation.

Artifex is an equal opportunities employer and committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. We are committed to creating an environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all our staff are recognised.

If you’re interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV with your contact details. If this job isn’t quite what you are looking for but you are looking for a new position within Automotive, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.