SMED Tech

Who we are

At Aptar, we use insights, design, engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers, and, in turn, make a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of people around the world.

Every day, Aptar creates “a-ha moments” for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment.

We have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and South America and over 13,000 dedicated employees in some 20 countries.

You should work here because we:

• Attract and develop high performing people.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.
• Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.

What’s new with Aptar

Our fast-growing, technologically-driven manufacturing company is seeking a SMED Technician. 

This is how your journey begins:

• Install and remove injection molds in a safe and efficient manner.
• Communicate the status of mold changes to the operators, supervisors, technicians, and process engineers.
• Mold installs will consist of clamping mold in the press, proper mold alignment, water, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical connections.
• Mold pulls will consist of disconnecting all mold connections, putting all components in mold specific box, transporting mold to toolroom or stored area, and preparation of injection molding machine for incoming mold.
• Troubleshoot any issues with injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain organization of mold boxes and components.
• Create mold boxes and necessary components for new molds.
• Train other Setup team members on safety, operational procedures, and startups.
• Complete LOTO, Crane, Forklift, and Fall protection training.
• Working Knowledge of SQF and GMP procedures.
• Perform daily housekeeping to provide a clean and safe work environment.

What you will bring on the journey

• Candidate must possess strong mechanical aptitude, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
• Preferred 1-year minimum injection molding experience but will train the right candidate with a mechanical background.
• Crane and forklift experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Can work overtime including weekends as directed.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be physically able to walk/climb on machines as necessary.
• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs.

What we offer:

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave].

Be You. Be Aptar

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.