Sample Technician (Day)

Job Description:

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a global Fortune 200 diversified manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries.

Division Description: 

ITW Deltar Fasteners serves all the major OEMs and their tier suppliers with plastic fasteners. Units include:  Frankfort, IL;  Chippewa Falls, WI and our Commercial Sales and Engineering in Troy, MI.

The division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering.  In addition to ITW’s industry leading research and development capabilities, ITW Deltar Fasteners enhance our customers’ competitive advantage by:

• Maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in NA.
• Exchanging product, process and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide.
• Continually improving processes, material and designs to ensure every product exceeds customer specifications while providing unparalleled value.

Position Summary:

The Sample Technician will report to the Process and Validation Engineer and will be responsible to perform duties to set up and cycle a variety of plastic injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment and make process adjustments to achieve optimum cycle efficiencies and ensure proper function and quality of parts.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work from prints, specifications and shop orders
• Develop and document robust injection molding processes for new and existing tooling.
• Work closely with Tooling, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing departments.
• Troubleshoot process & tooling/part problems
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis of factors affecting overall product quality
• Identify Continuous Improvement ideas associated within daily duties and overall department performance
• Responsible to instruct and coach Mold Technicians
• Coordinate tools being shipped and received
• Coordinate tool stamping and photo documentation for BUCs
• Use personal computer, dial / digital calipers, gauges, hand tools, hand/power lift trucks and overhead cranes
• Possess a thorough understanding of all machinery, auxiliary equipment, materials & tooling
• Record and communicate sample results to interested parties  
• Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Other tasks and duties as assigned

Position Skills and Experience Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Completion of General Technician Job Criteria
• Ability to perform Mold Technician Job Criteria
• Satisfactory completion of the Routsis Training Program with a passing score of 80%
• Must possess and apply strong scientific injection molding skill set
• Ability to work with within a detailed system/process
• Ability to train others in safety systems and processing
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Minimum 5 years of technical experience with plastic injection molding, along with hands on experience with raw materials, mold set-up, and strong-troubleshooting skills for electric injection machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Qualified candidate will possess good work ethics, be reliable, and display dedication to quality. Must enjoy a fast-paced environment.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office required
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal (English) across all departments
• Excellent visual skills and reasoning ability
• Team player who demonstrates the ability to relate to employees at all levels of the organization

Compensation Information:

$33-38 per hour

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.