LSR Support

Be yourself at Protolabs 

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse team that feels they are valued in the workplace. So do you feel you do not meet every single requirement but still intrigued? We encourage you to still apply! You can help make our company even better. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, mental or physical ability, or any way you represent yourself. We strongly believe diversity makes for more successful teams. 

Why Protolabs? 

We are the leaders in digital manufacturing. We hire doers, makers, and creative thinkers who tackle our roles with an entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is centered around meaningful work that brings new and innovative products to market at unprecedented speeds. We are a diverse team that comes from all walks of life and take pride in our team who is smart, genuine, humble, and passionate about what we do. It’s our people who fuel our creativity and make our culture feel like home. 

What you'll do

• Basic injection mold preparation skills, for example: de-burring mold halves and ejector plates, drilling and tapping holes, installing set screws, locator ring
• Retrieve prepared aluminum molds and install in into LSR injection molding press and sets up appropriate mold heating as needed to support LSR molding processes
• Operate injection molding machine as trained and inspect, finish parts molded as needed
• Visually inspect parts for surface and dimensional defects
• Perform start up and shut downs of Injection molding machines as needed
• Assist B-level finishing operator and LSR mold tech as needed
• Remove molds from the press and stage for disassembly if applicable
• Purge barrel of leftover materials at the conclusion of an order
• Remove molds from the press and stage for storage

· Assemble, Disassemble, clean LSR equipment as needed including screw, barrel removal/installation

• Perform defined routine maintenance on LSR material delivery equipment

· Retrieve and store materials in warehouse and calculate material discrepancies

• Accurately record process specifications into memory of LSR presses
• Identify appropriate resin for upcoming orders and prepare and stage for molding process
• Change out LSR “Bucket kits” in pumps as needed
• Fill, refill and install LSR cartridges on Injection molding machines as needed
• Clean and help organize work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization

· Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department

• Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance
• Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What it takes

• Proven mechanical aptitude
• Experience with measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gages)
• Able to be licensed to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane hoist, etc.)
• Able to safely operate hand held and stationary power tools.
• Able to work safely with sharp and heavy objects (e.g., utility knives, aluminum blocks).
• Able to use measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, dial indicators.
• Reaching, bending, and grasping.
• Able to use a computer and calculator. Able to read and write in English, and do basic arithmetic.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Must be punctual and have good attendance
• Must be self-directed and require minimal supervision
• Able to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads. Good written and oral communication skills. Strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask and prioritize own workload
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads

What's in it for you

• We offer a competitive salary/pay
• In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to: 
• Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions) 
• Dental and Vision 
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 

Proto Labs maintains ITAR-compliant operations in all of our United States based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Physical Demands:

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse, telephone and printer; reach with hands, and arms, talk, see and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop or kneel and must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. 

Work Environment:

Indoors (A/C); nonsmoking; the majority of this job function is performed in a manufacturing area exposed to machinery and noise; with eye protection and safety shoes required. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.