Process Technician (Plastics)

Process Technician (Plastics)

Our client is seeking an experienced Plastics Process Technician to support 3rd shift plastic injection molding operations. This hands-on role is responsible for mold setup, process development, troubleshooting, and maintaining consistent production quality and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has strong injection molding experience, understands Scientific Injection Molding principles, and is comfortable troubleshooting processes, equipment, and materials in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Install molds and prepare presses for production start-up.
• Establish and adjust molding parameters using Scientific Injection Molding techniques when applicable.
• Troubleshoot process issues and make adjustments to improve quality and productivity.
• Monitor and document molding process parameters.
• Perform basic mold maintenance and assigned preventive maintenance.
• Support process validation and continuous improvement activities.
• Complete production documentation and maintain a safe, organized work area.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• 5+ years of plastic injection molding experience; relevant education may substitute for a portion of the experience.

• Strong knowledge of injection molding processes and Scientific Injection Molding principles.

• Experience with injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment such as dryers and thermolators.

• Basic knowledge of plastic materials and resin characteristics.

• Strong troubleshooting and technical math skills.

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and regularly lift at least 60 lbs.

• Preferred Experience

• Injection molding process development and optimization.

• Mold changes, machine start-ups, and shutdowns.

• Preventive maintenance and process validation.

• ERP or manufacturing work-order systems.

• Titles Encouraged to Apply

• Injection Molding Process Technician

• Plastic Injection Molding Technician

• Molding Technician

• Injection Molding Setup Technician

• Process Technician

• Senior Molding Technician

• Contract positions

• Will be employed and paid hourly by iMPact Business Group. Benefits (medical, dental & vision) are available after 90 days of employment.

• Permanent placed employees

• Paid by and qualify for benefits in accordance with the policies of the hiring company.

• Submit your resume today to be considered for this position. A recruiter will review within a business day or two and will reach back out to you if they would like to discuss next steps.

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