Job Description

As a Process Technician, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting injection molding machines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role plays a key part in keeping operations running smoothly while supporting continuous improvement and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, and operate injection molding machines to produce quality plastic parts.

• Change out molds, complete setups, and perform basic mold repairs as needed.

• Troubleshoot and resolve processing issues to minimize downtime.

• Monitor and maintain support equipment such as dryers, loaders, and color feeders.

• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

• Perform routine mold cleaning and keep accurate process documentation.

• Support continuous improvement by identifying and implementing corrective actions.

• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and production staff to maintain quality and efficiency.

• Participate in 5S activities and line clearances.

• Assist with process validation, equipment specifications, and improvement projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or associate’s degree in manufacturing or plastics a plus.

• 2+ years of experience working in injection molding or a similar production environment.

• Hands-on knowledge of operating, setting up, and troubleshooting injection molding machines.

• Basic understanding of process improvement and production workflows.

• Comfortable using computer systems such as MES, SAP, and Microsoft Office.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn technical processes quickly.

• Familiarity with quality checks and following standard operating procedures.

• Problem-solving skills and ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced setting.

Additional Information

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in injection molding.

• A working knowledge and experience with injection molding and ancillary equipment

• A working knowledge of a wide range of thermoplastic materials and their properties

• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Familiarity with injection molding machines and robots

• clean room working environment

• 12 hour shift work is required on a 2:2:3 basis

• company health benefits, 401k, incentive bonuses