Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
Provide advanced technical oversight of Husky GLine / HyPET injection molding platforms, including:
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Injection unit performance optimization
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Clamp system mechanics and tie-bar stretch monitoring
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Servo-hydraulic drive systems
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Valve-gated hot runner technology
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Mold cooling and thermal management systems
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Automated part handling robotics and downstream equipment
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Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Husky machine functionality, diagnostics, and system integration.
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Lead technical troubleshooting of complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and process-related issues affecting machine performance and product quality.
Specific Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Optimize critical injection parameters to maintain stable production including:
Injection velocity and pressure profile
Screw recovery and plasticizing performance
Hold pressure and pack profiles
Mold temperature and cooling efficiency
Diagnose and correct process-related defects including:
Preform dimensional variation
Crystallinity or cooling defects
Utilize statistical process control systems (RealSPC) and production analytics to ensure consistent process capability.
Advanced Mold Changeovers & System Setup:
Lead and coordinate complex mold changeovers on Husky injection systems, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid production startup.
Key technical responsibilities include:
Mold installation and precision alignment
Hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling system integration
Hot runner electrical interface verification
Valve gate system calibration
Robot EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) setup
Mold protection configuration and validation
Ensure all systems are verified prior to production startup through machine diagnostics and process validation checks.
Equipment Reliability & Predictive Maintenance
Develop and implement predictive and preventative maintenance strategies for injection molding equipment and auxiliary systems.
Oversee maintenance programs for:
Injection screws and barrels
Servo-hydraulic pumps and valves
Clamp assemblies and lubrication systems
Hot runner systems and temperature controllers
Cooling manifolds and mold temperature control units
Robotics and automation interfaces
Utilize SAP maintenance systems, FMS monitoring platforms, and machine diagnostics to track equipment performance and maintenance history.
Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
Lead advanced troubleshooting efforts involving:
Hydraulic pressure instability
Injection unit wear or degradation
Mold cooling inefficiencies
Electrical or PLC communication faults
Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Production Integration & Data Systems
Monitor and analyze production performance through systems such as:
Factory Management Systems (FMS)
RealSPC statistical monitoring
SAP production and maintenance reporting
Evaluate performance metrics including:
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Provide recommendations for process and equipment improvements based on production data.
Technical Leadership & Workforce Development
Provide mentorship and technical training to:
Training focus areas include:
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Injection process fundamentals
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Mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting
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Mold handling and changeover best practices