About the Role
Cambridge Security Seals seeks a Set-Up Technician with a proven track record in injection molding machine set-up and operation, including fully automated production processes. This role supports growing manufacturing needs within a rapidly growing company known for best-in-class products and a culture of continuous improvement. The position offers growth opportunities and the chance to be promoted from within.
Responsibilities
- Set-up of injection molding machines, material handling, automated assembly, and production lines.
- Perform set-ups including ultrasonic and spin welding, laser and hot stamp marking, and automated inspection and packaging processes.
- Utilize strong hands-on injection molding processing and troubleshooting skills based on scientific molding techniques.
- Maintain control of the entire injection molding process, verifying correct setup of molds, processes, and auxiliary equipment.
- Start up machines, establish proper conditions, perform process monitoring, and ensure part conformity and quality.
- Identify, react to, and resolve quality issues, adjusting the process and monitoring scrap reduction.
- Recommend repairs or required maintenance beyond immediate skillset.
- Ensure product consistency with quality standards and adherence to the Quality Management System.
- Perform mold and/or material changes as dictated by the schedule.
- Teach and train line operators.
- Review work orders for correct issuing of raw materials, packaging, BOM, etc.
- Apply basic understanding of electricity and electronics as they apply to the molding floor and automation.
- Perform fast and efficient mold changes.
- Perform minor mold and machine maintenance, including parting line tooling insert changes.
- Manage hot runner and robot system experience, care, and operation.
- Provide guidance to Line Operators and back up the shift Supervisor.
- Complete production documentation, including accurate part count and scrap reporting.
Requirements
- High school education, Diploma.
- 3-5+ years of related work experience.
- Hands-on experience with injection molding machine set-up, process troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated manufacturing equipment.
- Understanding of scientific molding advanced concepts, plastic injection molding processes, laser marking, and other automated finishing and assembly techniques.
- Performance-driven, team-oriented, and client-focused attitude.
- Good written/verbal communication skills.
- Impressive work ethic.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong mechanical/technical aptitude or background with a willingness to learn.
- Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions in English.
- Must be able to work standing for an entire shift with frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work productively and cooperatively in a team environment.
- Must be reliable and on time.
- Must pass mandatory drug screening.
- Must presently live in or have a reasonable daily commute to the Rockland County area.
- Must pass initial and random drug testing.
Skills
- Injection molding machine set-up
- Injection molding machine operation
- Automated production processes
- Ultrasonic welding
- Spin welding
- Laser marking
- Hot stamp marking
- Automated inspection
- Automated packaging
- Scientific molding techniques
- Process troubleshooting
- Quality issue resolution
- Scrap reduction
- Mold changes
- Machine maintenance
- Parting line tooling insert changes
- Hot runner systems
- Robot systems
- Electricity and electronics
- Mechanical aptitude
Location
- Pomona, NY
- Rockland County
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3-5+ years
Education Level
- High school diploma
Salary/Compensations
- $19.00-$21.00 per hour
Benefits
- Participation in company's benefits plan (upon eligibility)
- Participation in company's 401K plan (upon eligibility)
- Paid vacation and personal days (upon eligibility)
About the Company
- CSS is a leading American manufacturer of tamper-evident security seals.
- CSS services an incredibly wide array of industries.
- Cambridge Security Seals is a privately held enterprise headquartered in Pomona, New York.
- CSS is one of the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of tamper-evident, tamper-resistant, and high-security loss prevention seals, track-and-trace devices, and allied products.
