Injection Molding Technician, 1st Shift

Injection Molding Technician, 1stshift–New Brighton, MN

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our mission into practice, helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life's most essential resource. From our residential water filtration to industrial water management to pool products and more, our 9,000 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions.

We have an opportunity for anInjection Molding Technicianto join ourNew Brighton, MNteam.You willbe responsible forensuring thatinjection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and connected automated systems are set to regulation parameters, meet quality standards and all production goals.You will set up and start up molding machines, read blueprints, andcheckproducts with calipers, optical comparators, and other testing methods and devices.

You will:

• Ensure presses are started and running to standard process and troubleshoot those not up to standard.
• Trouble shoot molding machines to bring parts into specifications for size, appearance, flash, splay, cycle time.
• Develop andmaintainstandard operator instructions and process set-up sheets.
• Be able to process a variety of engineering-typematerials.
• Participate in developing action plans to resolve problems with safety, quality, production,deliveryand 5S.
• Prepare maintenance work orders and ensure compliance with Preventive Maintenance programs.
• Document improvements and problems with molds, presses, secondary, etc.
• Must be capable and willing to perform all duties associated with changing injection molds (material set up, mold change, set process to black book, and inspect parts for quality adherence)
• Activelyparticipatein safety and 5S program.

Key Qualifications:

• 2-year Technical College degree preferred and/or 5-7 years’ experience in plastic processing of molding machines.
• Good oral and written communication, computer literacy, basic management skills, problem solving techniques, strongorganizational skills.
• Physical requirements are standing, walking, twisting at the waist, lifting, and lowering weights up to 50lbs. Steel toed shoes arerequiredon the distribution floor.

Position hours/shifts:

• 1stShift:5:30am – 2:00pm Monday – Friday

Compensation:

The hourly pay for this role is$25.00 - $35.00/hour, DOE. Opportunityfor a rate increase after you are proficient in certain skills and have fulfilled training.Actual pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

As part of our comprehensive benefits packages, Pentair provides the following benefits plans and programs to eligible employees:

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Up to 5% 401K match starting day one of employment
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Caregiver leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.