Manufacturing
Full time
Americas - North America - United States - Fairfield - ARP Fairfield CA
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This position provides technical leadership for the operation, reliability, and optimization of Husky PET injection molding systems and associated automation within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Responsible for the strategic coordination of injection maintenance activities, mold changeovers, process startup, and advanced troubleshooting of servo-hydraulic injection systems, hot runner technologies, and mold tooling platforms.
Provide advanced technical oversight of Husky GLine / HyPET injection molding platforms, including:
Injection unit performance optimization
Clamp system mechanics and tie-bar stretch monitoring
Servo-hydraulic drive systems
Valve-gated hot runner technology
Mold cooling and thermal management systems
Automated part handling robotics and downstream equipment
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Husky machine functionality, diagnostics, and system integration.
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
Cycle time optimization
Preform dimensional variation
Gate imbalance
Short shots
Flashing
Crystallinity or cooling defects
Utilize statistical process control systems (RealSPC) and production analytics to ensure consistent process capability.
Lead and coordinate complex mold changeovers on Husky injection systems, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid production startup.
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.
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
Hydraulic pressure instability
Servo drive faults
Injection unit wear or degradation
Mold cooling inefficiencies
Valve gate malfunctions
Electrical or PLC communication faults
Perform root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Production Integration & Data Systems
Factory Management Systems (FMS)
RealSPC statistical monitoring
SAP production and maintenance reporting
Machine uptime
Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Scrap and defect rates
Cycle time efficiency
Provide recommendations for process and equipment improvements based on production data.
Technical Leadership & Workforce Development
Maintenance technicians
Setup technicians
Injection operators
Husky system diagnostics
Injection process fundamentals
Mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting
Mold handling and changeover best practices
Education: High School Diploma or GED. Some post-secondary education preferred (i.e., Technical or Vocational education in millwright, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics or industrial maintenance is highly preferred).
Minimum of five years of experience working with high-speed injection molding equipment, preferably Husky PET injection molding systems.
Ability to lead by example, and effective communication skills
Analytical problem -solving skills (DMAIC)
Good display of interpersonal skills and ability to interact with others in a professional and tactful manner.
SAP, Basic computer skills (Microsoft office)
Pay Transparency Statement – Compensation
The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $45.00 per hour to $49.00 per hour, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on national averages, and a geographic differential may be applied based on work location. Position may also be eligible for Amcor’s Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.
Benefits Overview Statement
When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)
Physical Requirements
☒Normal Vision
☒Distant Vision
☒Near Vision
☒Hearing/ Listening
☒ Sitting
☒ Talking/Speaking
☒ Hand/Finger Dexterity
☒ Walking
☒ Standing
☒ Stooping
☒ Pushing/Pulling
☒ Bending
☒ Kneeling
☒ Climbing
☒Lifting (amount 50+ pounds)
☒Carrying (amount 50+ pounds)
Driving- Forklift
☒Lifting (amount < 50 pounds)
☒Carrying (amount < 50
pounds)
Driving – Automobile/truck/van
Our Expectations
We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that’s transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It’s our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win – adapting quickly in an everchanging world – and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
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