Injection Moulding Technician, Afternoons

Boshart Industries is based in Milverton, Ontario, with more than 70 years of experience in the plumbing and water well industry, including distribution and manufacturing. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive workplace where employees are supported, recognized, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally. As a certified Living Wage Employer, we offer competitive salaries and health benefits.

Boshart Industries is currently looking to fill the position of Injection Moulding Technician. This position is located in Milverton, Ontario.

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Injection Moulding Technician is responsible for maintaining Injection moulding processes and supporting the execution of the production schedule. This includes overseeing component changes, setups, and startups for production. This role is important to the development of new, or modifications to existing, products by collaborating with other departments on equipment capabilities or limitations.

HOURS:

SHIFT: Afternoons (Full-time): Monday to Friday, 3:30pm - 12:00am

Afternoon Shift is eligible for a $1.00/hr shift premium along with base pay listed 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include, but not limited to, as follows:

Machine Management

• Set up, change over, and maintain machines materials.
• Ensure machines meet quality standards and production goals.
• Record and optimize moulding parameters.
• Respond to machine alarms.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

• Troubleshoot and maintain machines, robotics, and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance, including minor tool and die repairs.
• Support the continuous improvement of moulding processes.

Operational Support

• Prepare and install moulds/inserts.
• Operate overhead cranes for mould changes.
• Communicate effectively with shifts.

Safety and Compliance

• Conduct safety audits for cranes and forklifts.
• Follow load calculation processes.

Quality Assurance and Reporting

• Maintain Quality Assurance standards and identify areas of concern.

Collaboration and Reporting

• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Quality, and Manufacturing in the development of new products.
• Assist in modifying procedures when possible.
• Report downtime, process revisions, and maintenance.

Teamwork and Compliance

• Working well independently or as part of a team.
• Operating confidently in a fast-paced environment, following all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, applicable legislation, regulations, statutes, and departmental policies/procedures/practices and operational guidelines.

 Perform other related duties, as assigned, that are in accordance with job responsibilities and/or necessary departmental or corporate objectives.

CORE COMPENTANCIES:

Prerequisites:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years’ experience in plastic injection moulding manufacturing, material handling and equipment preferred
• Experience in moulds and process design including reading blueprints an asset
• Certified Reach Truck License or work experience an asset (will train/certify).
• Overhead Crane qualified an asset (will train/certify) 
• Knowledge of water wells or plumbing products would be an asset.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Accurately and ethically manages information, ensuring regulatory compliance and organizational security.
• Builds and maintains relationships while managing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Proactively identifies issues and develops innovative solutions.
• Fosters a supportive environment through teamwork, respect, and communication.
• Takes personal responsibility and strives for continuous improvement.
• Maintains a positive outlook and embraces innovation.
• Ensures safety by working carefully to prevent injuries to self or others.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Effort: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Physical strength and stamina required to handle physically demanding movements like pushing, pulling, bending down and lifting of packages. Lifting 60 lb. boxes may be required occasionally.

Some sedentary work. Requires standing or walking for a long period of time.

Manual dexterity to operate machinery and handle small components for prolonged periods of time.

Physical Environment: Work is conducted indoors in a standard manufacturing environment with fluctuating mid-range temperatures depending on the season.

Sensory Attention: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical skills and the ability to coordinate hand and eyes rapidly and accurately in using equipment.

Safety Protocol:

• Requires wearing steel-toed shoes or boots to prevent injuries.
• Hearing protection is required when working in or moving through all Injection Moulding areas

Boshart Industries has deemed this position as safety sensitive. A safety sensitive position defined by the Canadian Human Rights Commission; if not performed in a safe manner, can cause direct and significant damage to property, and/or injury to the employee, others around them, the public and/or the immediate environment.

This job description does not imply that these requirements are the exclusive requirements of this position. This position requires performance of additional related duties as needed. 

Boshart Industries is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to making our interview process fully accessible for people of all abilities. Accommodations will be provided upon request, to support candidates’ participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know to ensure that the appropriate accommodations are in place.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Boshart Industries Inc; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.