The Injection Moulding Machine Operator is responsible for operating injection moulding machines, ensuring continuous production of quality plastic components, maintaining production records, following safety procedures, and minimizing machine downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate injection moulding machines as per production plan.
- Load raw materials into the hopper and monitor material consumption.
- Start, stop, and monitor machine operations during production.
- Inspect moulded parts for defects such as flash, short shot, sink marks, burn marks, warpage, and black spots.
- Trim excess material (gate/runner) where required.
- Record production quantity, rejection, downtime, and machine parameters.
- Report machine abnormalities or mould issues to the supervisor or maintenance team.
- Maintain cleanliness of machines, moulds, and work area (5S).
- Follow SOPs, work instructions, and quality standards.
- Ensure proper handling of moulds and production tools.