Sr. Technician - Injection Molding
SHL Medical - North Charleston, SC
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_*Production Technician – Injection Molding*_*Location: *Charleston, South Carolina, US*Reporting to: *Manufacturing Supervisor – Injection MoldingSHL Medical is the world-leading solution provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced drug delivery systems with more than 5000 employees worldwide. Our customers include top pharmaceutical and biotech companies from around the globe that require innovative devices such as auto-injectors or pen injectors to effectively deliver their drugs.Headquartered in Switzerland since late 2018, with sites in Sweden, Taiwan, and the United States.*Job Overview*This role is embedded in Production / Injection Molding of our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in NorthCharleston, South Carolina. For interested candidates there will be an opportunity to initially spend an extended period in our facility in Taiwan for induction/training.*Main Responsibilities** Operate and maintain Injection Molding/Automation equipment to achieve production goals.* Set up, operate/process, maintain, monitor and control injection molding equipment including resin drying and conveying, injection molding machines, hot runners and molds, fluid temperature control systems and robot/automation* Lead execution of production schedule to achieve production goals* Maintain controlled areas and environmental monitoring in injection molding production* Lead and actively participate in production event response* Lead review and author SOP’s and other documents, as required* Assist during equipment maintenance, including mold & robot end of arm & IMM restoration, predictive and preventative maintenance* Ensure all event response and production operations activities are correctly documented in SAP* Lead the growth & development of the device assembly process team by training fellow technicians in areas of expertise as well as learning new systems* Lead teams in Systematic Problem-Solving tools to establish Root Cause Analysis & resolve equipment issues* Partner with Process Owners on practical changes or improvements to equipment & department work practices* Record/review production data and activities per SHL work instructions* Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties* Support and implement system/equipment reliability improvement projects* Other accountabilities, as assigned*Required Qualifications** High school diploma or equivalent required (AAS degree in related field preferred, or equivalent military training or industrial training or an equivalent combination of education experience* Knowledge/experience in the following areas: crane operation, compressed air/pneumatic actuators and systems, electro-mechanical controls, robotics, optical sensor systems, resin drying, molds, fluid thermal control systems, hot runners and injection molding machines* 5+ years proven track record in injection molding* Demonstrated ability to support & actively participate in event response activities in highly automated / 24/7 production settings* Able to document problems & works to bring them rapidly to solution*Desired Qualifications** Experience in an FDA regulated environment (medical, pharmaceutical, food) preferred* Ability and experience with automated records systems such as SPC, MES, EWM, SAP* Proficiency in reading schematics, wiring diagrams & other technical documents.* Experience in planning/organizing work, managing execution, checking results & revising the work plan in accordance with the daily work plan* Computer literacy*Please note: For this position we also consider candidate with 2+ years of relevant work experience for an entry-level role.**We Offer** Competitive compensation package* Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies* Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry* Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals* Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organizationInterested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application including your CV, motivation letter, and all other relevant documents to our Talent AcquisitionDepartment at more information on SHL Medical, please visit: *shl-medical.com*SHL Medical | Job DescriptionJob Type: Full-timePay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Referral program* Relocation assistance* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 12 hour shift* Day shift* Night shiftAbility to commute/relocate:* North Charleston, SC 29420: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Application Question(s):* Are you open to traveling to Taiwan and/or Europe?* How many years of Injection Molding experience do you have?Work Location: In person
Created: 2025-08-12