Careers

With over 140 years experience it’s evidently clear that we appreciate staff with experience within the industry, however we also insist we stay at the forefront of technology employing staff who are adaptable and keen to use the latest machinery and software. If you think you have what it takes to join our AMS team, take a look at our current vacancies below and apply.

Current Available Positions:

Thermoset/lnjection Molding Processing Technician

JOB TITLE: Thermo-set/Injection Molding Process Technician
DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing
REPORTS TO: Production Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for setting up and operating automated Thermoset and Injection molding machines, capable of making necessary adjustments and/or minor mechanical repairs to the machines and most auxiliary equipment in a efficient and safe manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibility and authority as outlined in the AMS Quality Manual, Standard Operating Procedures, and all relevant Instruction manuals.
Working mainly in the Thermo set Cell producing high quality parts involving quality control checks and helps maintain customer requirements according to specification and various dimensions such as wall thickness, flash, plastic distribution, concavity, convexity warped sections or cosmetic finish etc. Makes adjustments to correct and/or eliminate defects.Also will be asked on occasions to fill in with injection moulding team.

• Functions within an ISO/Team environment effectively.
• Perform programming of molding machines that produces plastic injected parts, including auxiliary equipment, etc.
• Troubleshoot molding process issues (flash, short-shots, sinks, splay, etc)
• Perform mold changes and set ups as required within scheduled mold change timeframes utilizing in-process and setup sheets.
• Change-out/purge and maintain material as needed.
• Coordinate mold set-up activities with production schedules to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiencies.
• Troubleshoot mold problems, develop root cause and provide a quick permanent corrective action. Perform minor maintenance repair if needed.
• Maintain various production and quality reports.
• Perform or assist in preventative maintenance on machines and auxiliary equipment as assigned.
• Observes all local and Company safety policies and procedures as well as housekeeping requirements.
• The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Plastics Technology or equivalent and/or at least five years related experience or training.
Mechanically inclined with experience in mould servicing/strip down clean etc
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills as demonstrated in the context of the interviewing processes.
Licenses Required: fork lift truck desirable but not necessary as training will be given.
Visual Acuity:Near acuity and required for reading and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts.