Ensure injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment operate stably, safely, and meet quality requirements; perform operation, setup, parameter adjustment, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance to maintain continuous production, minimize downtime, and reduce scrap rates.
Department: Production / Engineering
Reports to: Production Department Head / Plant Manager
Workplace: Go Dau, Tay Ninh
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Hours: According to production schedule and plant shift arrangements
Ensure injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment operate stably, safely, and meet quality requirements; perform operation, setup, parameter adjustment, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance to maintain continuous production, minimize downtime, and reduce scrap rates.
Operate injection molding machines according to production plans and technical standards.
Set up and adjust machine parameters suitable for each product and material type.
Monitor and control parameters: temperature, injection pressure/speed, holding pressure/time, back pressure, cooling time, clamping force, and cycle time.
Perform machine startup, shutdown, product code changeover, mold change, and setup according to procedures.
Inspect products at the beginning of the shift, after mold changes, or after parameter adjustments.
Coordinate with QC to control product quality during production.
Record parameters, output, product defects, and any arising issues.
Analyze and resolve common defects such as: short shots, flash, burnt plastic, air bubbles, flow marks, shrinkage, warping, dimensional inaccuracies, color or surface defects.
Adjust molding parameters to stabilize product quality.
Coordinate with Engineering, Mold, and QC departments to identify root causes and propose solutions.
Monitor and optimize molding cycles to improve productivity and reduce scrap rates.
Inspect and maintain injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment according to schedule.
Inspect electrical systems, motors, control cabinets, sensors, heaters, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, pumps, valves, motors, and auxiliary equipment such as chillers, dryers, and autoloaders.
Diagnose and resolve basic electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
Perform repairs and replace components/equipment when necessary.
Coordinate with suppliers/external maintenance units for complex issues.
Monitor maintenance plans and propose solutions to reduce downtime and improve equipment stability.
Inspect raw materials before production; ensure correct plastic type, color, and mixing ratio.
Control drying conditions and material storage.
Monitor the condition of molds, machinery, and auxiliary equipment.
Coordinate cleaning of machines, hoppers, barrels, and production areas as per regulations.
Comply with regulations on occupational safety, electrical safety, and machine safety.
Use full personal protective equipment.
Implement 5S in machine and production areas.
Do not operate or repair equipment without authorization/assignment.
Promptly report any safety hazards or equipment abnormalities.
Graduated from Vocational College/College/University in: Electromechanical, Electrical – Electronics, Mechanical, Automation, Machine Engineering, Plastic Engineering Technology, or related fields.
Preference for candidates with 1–3 years of experience in injection molding machine operation or engineering/maintenance at a plastic manufacturing plant.
Experience operating hydraulic or electric injection molding machines.
Experience in setting up, adjusting machine parameters, mold changing, and machine setup is an advantage.
Ability to handle basic electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
Understand the operating principles of injection molding machines and the injection molding process.
Possess basic knowledge of injection molds.
Ability to read technical drawings, electrical diagrams, and use measuring tools is an advantage.
Ability to analyze causes and troubleshoot machine problems.
Careful, responsible, adheres to procedures and safety standards.
Ability to work independently and coordinate with relevant departments.
Willingness to work shifts as per production requirements.
Candidates will be prioritized if they have:
Direct experience operating injection molding machines, machine setup, and mold changing.
Experience in troubleshooting product defects and optimizing molding parameters.
Experience with engineering plastics such as PP, ABS, PA, POM, PC, PBT, PPS, PVC, Surlyn or equivalent.
Experience in injection molding machine maintenance.
Knowledge of PLC, inverters, servos, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
Experience in manufacturing plastic components for sanitary equipment, electrical – electronics, automotive, or related industries.
Machine stable operation rate and downtime.
Scrap rate due to operational errors.
First-pass yield rate after initial setup.
Actual output compared to plan.
Troubleshooting time.
Maintenance plan completion rate.
Compliance level with safety and 5S.
Material and energy consumption according to norms.
Propose machine shutdown when detecting safety hazards or potential damage to equipment or products.
Propose machine parameter adjustments within authorized limits.
Propose repairs, maintenance, or component replacement when abnormalities are detected.
Propose solutions for improving machinery, molds, and production processes.
Salary: Negotiable based on competence and experience.
Performance/production bonuses according to Company policy.
Training on injection molding machines, molds, and production processes.
Participation in Social Insurance, Health Insurance, Unemployment Insurance as per regulations.
Other welfare benefits according to VG SPORT's policy.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates please send your CV (Vietnamese or English) to:
📧 hr@vgsport.vn
Email subject: Application for Electromechanical Technician & Injection Molding Machine Operator – [Your Name]
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