Material Handler / Technician - 2nd Shift

At ARaymond, we create cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the machines and products that keep the world moving.

Founded in Grenoble in 1865, and still headquartered in the city to this day, we’re a family-run business with a proud history of innovation – including the invention of the press stud.

Human values have driven our success for over 158 years, embodied by our servant-leadership model of management that empowers employees and puts their wellbeing first.

Today we employ more than 8,500 people in 25 countries worldwide. And we’re committed to leading in sustainability for the global fastening and assembly market.

Connect the parts that keep the world moving

Working in a clean, green and high-tech production environment, you’ll help build cutting-edge fastening and assembly systems for the everyday innovations we all rely on.

About the job

Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, performs all tasks necessary to keep plastic injection molding machines full of non-contaminated resin. This includes keeping an accurate inventory of materials while maintaining a clean and efficient workspace.

Roles and responsibilities

• Tag, label, and properly locate material using SAP; accurately weigh and scan material in & out of inventory using FIFO inventory method.
• Perform moisture analysis using Vapor Pro and Sartorius Loss-on Drying moisture analyzers.
• Escalate inventory discrepancies, contamination, and other material-related issues to supervisor.
• Understand load time, purge time and fill time as part of operation of resin conveyance system and open array fantail manifold.
• Assist in locating and correcting potential vacuum & material line leaks that prevent proper loading.
• Assist the person changing the mold as needed.
• Remove all previously run parts and material from the press.
• Clean the hoppers, granulators, and dryers per work instructions.
• Accurately complete required sections of job set-up documentation.
• Keep area and material section clean and free of clutter utilizing 5S methodology.
• Keep rack storage spaces maximally utilized and maintain obstruction-free aisleways.
• Safely operate standard and electric pallet trucks, powered industrial truck/hilo, trash compactor and cardboard baler.
• Use Raypro to input and continuously update material batch/lot numbers in use.
• Understand basic structure and physical properties of hygroscopic and non-hygroscopic resins and utilize this information in preparation of material for molding.
• Blend color masterbatch used with thermoplastics materials observing let-down ratios specified on production order sheet.
• Follow recycling and waste management protocols for resin, factory consumables and waste.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a position requiring alertness, precision, and methodical attributes.
• Experience in a position requiring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in injection molding – preferred, but not required
• Manufacturing experience – preferred, but not required
• Basic computer skills – preferred, but not required

Skills and requirements

• Proven organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, climb a ladder, and walk on a cement floor for the entire shift
• Ability to operate pallet jack and lift truck (training is available)
• Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
• Must be able to work in the U.S.

We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Our benefit plan includes:

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Match
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Consumerism Card w/ Telemedicine Coverage
• Employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life, and AD&D coverages
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospitalization