Description
Job Summary:
We are recruiting an Injection Technician for the plastics sector, responsible for mold setup, process development, and production coordination.
Key Highlights:
1. Integration into a stable and growing company
2. Career progression
3. Teamwork and problem solving
Company: AES Plastics Lda | Location: Leiria, Portugal
We are recruiting an Injection Technician to join our team at a plastics injection company.
The professional’s main responsibilities include the following:
* Set up molds on injection machines, including all electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic connections;
* Develop injection processes for various molds / raw materials / injection machines;
* Program the machine robot and adjust robot grippers to different molds;
* Flexibility to support the operator team during production (including across other shifts);
* Daily interaction with the supervisor;
* Coordinate production (initially this function will be performed jointly with management/team);
* Ensure production is completed by deadline dates;
* Availability during other shifts if assistance is required or if issues arise with injection machines;
* Responsible for product palletization and labeling (task may be delegated);
* Define robot programs for injection machines;
* Perform light and periodic cleaning of molds in production;
* Responsible for raw material management (ensure ovens and octabins always have sufficient material for production);
* Perform routine basic maintenance on injection machines (grease, oil, cleaning, etc.);
* Responsible for verifying that water, air, and material feeding systems operate under proper conditions;
* Responsible for maintaining the production area in clean and organized condition, including production, tools, molds, accessories, etc. (this task may be delegated);
* Responsible for organizing production pallets and raw materials (for plastics) using a forklift (in vans, trucks, containers, shelving);
* Responsible for communicating to management when maintenance, repairs, or tool purchases necessary for production are required.
Competencies:
* Ability to troubleshoot/suggest solutions for various injection process problems;
* Knowledge of robot programming;
* Warehouse management and production shipment handling;
* User-level computer skills;
* Familiarity with SQ documentation relevant to the role.
Requirements/Profile:
* Minimum education level: 12th grade or equivalent relevant experience;
* Sense of responsibility, punctuality, and attendance;
* Concise and clear communication;
* Leadership mindset;
* Teamwork capability (highly relevant);
* Planning and organizational skills;
* Problem-solving ability (highly relevant);
* Capacity to devise innovative solutions;
* Commitment to continuous specialized knowledge development;
* Time management ability;
* Ability to prioritize;
* Residence in the Leiria area or nearby (preferred).
We Offer:
* Base salary commensurate with responsibilities;
* Meal allowance;
* Opportunities for career progression;
* Integration into a stable and growing company.
Application: Interested candidates should send their updated CV to office@aesmolds.com, with the subject line "Application for Injection Technician - [Your Name]".
Benefits:
* Meal card/ticket
* Free parking
Work location: On-site