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Supports production by keeping automated and mechanical equipment running efficiently. Specific job functions include the following:

1. Understand and troubleshoots complex servo driven systems and PLC controlled machines with the use of a digital multi-meter, machine documentation, mechanical drawings, electrical and pneumatic schematics.
2. Maintain and implement improvements in existing automation equipment.
3. Assists in production start-ups and changeovers as related to automation equipment. This may include but is not limited to: changeover from one part to another, moving automation from one location to another, adjusting settings, and making adjustments to mechanical components.
4. Responsible for learning how to start automation, adjust settings, and make small programming changes on various types of robots and other equipment.
5. Responsible for replacing or repairing mechanical and electrical components.
6. Assists engineering and various departments with implementation and installation of new jobs.
7. Experience with industrial vision cameras and vision inspection software a plus
8. PLC programming knowledge a plus
9. Able to learn new software and robot programming languages, for troubleshooting and process improvements
10. Involved with review and suggestions during new equipment procurement and implementation
11. Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations.
12. Oral Communication – Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
13. Technical Skills – Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
14. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
15. Your direct supervisor will be Cost Improvement Engineer.

Standard PCI values and policies include the following:

1. Maintain a professional relationship with all other P.C.I. departments and employees.
2. Keep a clean and orderly work area.
3. Maintain work habits and safety procedures according to P.C.I. Company Policy, Standard Operating Procedures, and Quality Manual
4. Be a team player.
5. Carry out Supervisor’s requests
6. Support and adhere to Corporate Mission and Core Value statements and policies of PCI.

1. Demonstrate the ability, commitment, and character to emulate the department’s mission, philosophies and policies, and those of Polymer Conversions.
2. Be trained in and have a thorough knowledge of and commitment to the elements of ISO-9001/13485 as they pertain to Polymer Conversions’ systems.
3. Requires a technical background with preferably 5 years of manufacturing-related experience.
4. Have a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with department teammates.
5. Experience or willing to learn lean manufacturing principles or 6- sigma concepts.
6. Possess knowledge of SPC as it applies to manufacturing.
7. Have the ability to follow verbal or written instruction.
8. Pass a company physical.
9. Be willing to undergo random drug testing.
10. Demonstrate the ability to administer and maintain Polymer Conversion’s Quality System.
11. Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
12. Possess a 2-year college or technical degree, or equivalent experience acceptable to the leadership team.

• Maintain and support safe working conditions.
• Be primary customer contact for the following:
  • Quotation generation
  • New/Takeover product and process development, including quality planning.
  • Ongoing product quality concerns
  • Continuous improvement efforts
• Support manufacturing in troubleshooting product problems/issues for all aspects of manufacturing.
• Act as the leader of an MRB Team, for evaluation and disposition of nonconforming materials and for implementation of corrective action measures.
• Support Quality Assurance in developing appropriate inspection criteria and test methods.
• Generate qualification books and manage qualification process.
• Assist in the purchase and validation of equipment for manufacturing.
• Manage projects as assigned by Team Leader.
• Maintain and support appropriate training guidelines referenced in the Functional Engineering Training Matrix.
• Keep work areas clean, neat and organized.
• Promote team atmosphere between departments.
• Your direct supervisor will be the Engineering Team Leader, who will review your performance with you on an on-going basis.  Your performance will be judged on:
  • Positive attitude and cooperation with other employees / departments
  • Your ability to manage assigned customers and projects efficiently and effectively
  • Your “extra effort”
  • Proactive involvement and continuous improvement efforts
  • Support and adhere to Corporate Mission and Core Value statements and policies of PCI.

• Pass company physical.
• Have (as a minimum) a bachelor’s degree in a mechanical or technical field, or experience acceptable to the president and the majority of the leadership team.
• Work in a team environment.
• Demonstrate a strong technical ability.
• Have the ability to follow verbal or written instruction.
• Have the ability to interact with customers/suppliers on a daily basis.
• Take Paulson skills test – test to be evaluated for applicant’s strengths and weaknesses.
• Have basic computer knowledge in Windows and MS Office (or equivalent).
• Have strong knowledge of molds and mold design.
• Have knowledge and working background in injecion molding processing.
• Demonstrate the ability, commitment and character to emulate the department’s mission, philosophies and policies, and those of Polymer Conversions.
• Have basic knowledge and commitment to the elements of ISO-9001 and thorough knowledge of the elements applicable to their department.
• Be willing to undergo random drug testing.

1. Construct new molds, prototypes, models and related tooling from engineering or part drawings.
2. Maintain and modify existing molds and fixtures.
3. Document hours worked on each specific job by posting on daily time sheet.
4. Offer suggestions and ideas to help improve the efficiency and economic performance of tooling that is built and maintained at PCI.
5. Help maintain a flow of ideas and a sharing of knowledge to increase the level of expertise in toolroom, including training of apprentices.
6. Help maintain cleanliness and order that makes our toolroom stand out to level of quality that we put into molds and tooling we produce.
7. Maintain shop equipment in first-class condition.
8. Provide a safe working environment. Report to Toolroom Team Leader any unsafe conditions.
9. Maintain harmonious relations with other PCI departments and employees.
10. Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by team leader.

1. A minimum high school diploma or GED.
2. Work in a team environment.
3. Demonstrate a strong mechanical ability.
4. Have the ability to follow verbal or written instructions.
5. Comply with all company policies.
6. Follow all company standard operating procedures.
7. Show good housekeeping and have safety conscious work habits.
8. Be willing to undergo random drug testing.
9. Minimum of 4-8 years experience or certified completion in the Tool & Die or Mold Maker field.