Company Summary: Centor is a Gerresheimer company. Centor/Gerresheimer is an innovative systems and solutions provider and a global partner for the pharma, biotech and cosmetic industries. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of pharmaceutical containment solutions, drug delivery systems and medical devices as well as solutions for the health industry. The product range includes digital solutions for therapy support, medication pumps, syringes, pens, auto-injectors and inhalers as well as vials, ampoules, tablet containers, infusion, dropper and syrup bottles and more. Centor/Gerresheimer ensures the safe delivery and reliable administration of drugs to the patient. With 35 production sites in 16 countries in Europe, America and Asia, Gerresheimer has a global presence and produces locally for regional markets. With around 12,000 employees, the company generated revenues of around €2bn in 2023. Gerresheimer AG is listed in the MDAX on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ISIN: DE000A0LD6E6).
Main tasks
- Under the direction of the Mold Shop Manager and Production Manager, the Hybrid Injection Molding Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and resolve molding process issues, including material flow, temperature control, and cycle times. Perform mold changes, setups, and adjustments to minimize downtime. Work closely with maintenance teams to perform routine and preventive maintenance on molds and machines. Maintain accurate production and quality records.
- Additionally, the Hybrid Injection Molding Technician is responsible for setting up and operate injection molding (IM), injection blow molding (IBM), injection stretch blow molding (ISBM), assembler machines according to production specifications. Conduct quality checks on molded products to ensure compliance with specifications. Monitor and adjust machine parameters to maintain optimal performance and product quality. Follow safety protocols and company procedures to ensure a safe and efficient work environment. Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to continuously improve processes.
Area of responsibility - Overall responsible for all activities within PPP NA (Gx Berlin, Ohio)
- The primary focus of this position will be to perform mold shop activities on the equipment in Building 7 – PPP NA.
- Must be willing to travel intermittently to learn about PPP specific equipment
- Must have or obtain a valid Passport for international travel.
- Performs all tasks necessary to operate equipment according to procedure.
- Actively communicates with coworkers – key items within the plant environment on safety, quality, maintenance, production and continuous improvement.
- Follows work instructions as needed and may be asked to write, revise and train others to those instructions.
- Train other personnel in mold repair and maintenance as required.
- Must be able to work from design sketches, drawings and verbal instructions.
- Provide input for modifications/new designs for continuous improvement.
- Set-up, operate and adjust molding machines for production.
- Enter process data as required on appropriate forms.
- Collects process from process capability and stability.
- Solve basic molding machine operating problems.
- Conducting and/or assisting in raw material evaluations as required.
- Improving and maintaining machine cycles to meet or exceed standards and Maintaining 100% cavitation on all molds.
- Performs root cause analysis when problems arise to determine if actions can be taken immediately or appropriate personnel need to be called, coordinating with quality and production for troubleshooting and resolving daily production problems.
- Assist in machine and mold qualification and capability studies and transfer of molds from tool vendors to manufacturing.
- Measure or visually inspect mold components.
- Maintains 5S environment in work area.
- Ability to lift up to 80 pounds independently, or up to 200 pounds in team-lift scenario (pallet jack or dolly).
- Adheres to plant and corporate safety policies.
- May assist in other areas or perform other duties as required by fluctuating business needs and be able to perform appropriate line clearance procedures when needed
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a similar type of position working in the Plastics Industry, Automotive and/or Pharma Packing Industry.
- High School diploma is preferred and college degree beneficial but not necessary
- Extensive knowledge of injection molding process/technologies and theory.
- Understand function of various mold components such as cooling systems, hot runner systems, ejector systems, gating systems, wiring systems, and unscrewing systems.
- Extensive background in the principles of operation for multiple cavity injection molds.
- Understanding of process troubleshooting concepts.
- Capable of performing mold changes.
- Good working knowledge of MATTEC.
- Possesses well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possesses/acquires mobile equipment license.
- Ability to read and understand mold drawings.
- Maintains positive team environment.
- Ability to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions.
- Ability to speak, read and write English.
- Possesses good math skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment.
Salary Range: $32.50 - $34.25
What we offer:
Total rewards package with compensation
Healthcare
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Wellness
Disability coverage
401k match
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Life insurance
PTO (Paid Time off)
Holidays
Gerresheimer/Centor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regards to race, color, religion, sex national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
