Injection Molding Process Technician (2nd Shift

Plastic Injection Molding Technician

Key Responsibilities:

• Mold setups and teardowns, machine startups/shutdowns, assist with maintenance duties, and troubleshoot molding processes within established and monitored parameters.
• Document process settings and assist with approved process changes.
• Minimize production scrap rates and downtime through efficient troubleshooting and maintenance efforts.
• Assist in training operators and molding personnel on standard operating procedures.
• Assist with automation integration and auxiliary equipment setup.
• Support engineering and maintenance teams during equipment & process troubleshooting.
• Identify opportunities to improve process consistency and efficiency.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.

Pay:

$30.90 – $39.30 per hour (Depending on experience, may do more, if needed)

THERE IS SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL PAY PER SHIFT (10% AND $1.50 HR ON 1ST SHIFT, 20% AND $2.50 HR ON 2ND SHIFT)

Schedule:

FOR 2ND SHIFT – 3:30PM – 12AM (Mon-Fri, and occasional weekend opportunities)

FOR 3RD SHIFT – 12 AM – 8 AM (Mon-Fri, and occasional weekend opportunities)

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of experience in plastic injection molding setup, processing and troubleshooting.
• General understanding of scientific molding concepts and injection mold design.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow company procedures and work instructions.
• Implement, explain, and defend molding process adjustments
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with robots, EOAT, and automation equipment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong math skills and high attention to detail.
• Logical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work with limited direction
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Demands /

Working Conditions:

• Safety:
  Must be aware of and adhere to all company safety policies
• Hands-on Equipment Interaction:
  Must be able to frequently position self to set up, operate, and troubleshoot injection molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment.
• Facility Mobility:
  Ability to move throughout the manufacturing facility to effectively support production operations across all shifts.
• Technical Dexterity:
  Requires the mechanical aptitude to manipulate tools and perform precise adjustments on plastic injection molds and related machinery.
• Communication & Mentoring:
  Must be able to accurately exchange technical information and provide clear instructions when training or mentoring molding personnel.
• Industrial Environment:
  Work is performed in a manufacturing environment, which includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and typical machine shop hazards

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

This is a non union operation, with a "Can-Do" Help Out Where and When you Can culture. Employees here help each other out and fill in wherever needed. One of the cleaner plant/facility floors I have seen in a long time. Great environment.

Our Client (A Plastic Products Company) is a quality-driven custom manufacturer of ultra-precise plastic components and subassemblies for medical devices and other mission-critical applications. Their specialties are plastic injection molding, mold making, and assembly. They are a company that continues to grow rapidly, offering a generous benefits package, rewarding career challenges, and a collaborative team environment for motivated and conscientious individuals who enjoy working together to ensure products of exceptional quality.

Well respected Injection Molding company. They are an "ISO 13485/9001 certified custom manufacturer specializing in injection molding, mold making & assembly with surgical precision" for the medical device, electronics, personal care and other high performance industries

There are 2 more roles, one for Process Technician on the 3rd shift, and a Maintenance Technician on the 1st shift

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Accident insurance
• Disability insurance

Location:

The company is moving from Wood Dale, IL to Bloomingdale, IL (100%) by the end of 2026. This role is in the new facility.