Injection Molding Process Technician - Day Shift

Injection Molding Process Technician I – Day Shift (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

Position compensation: $29.00/hr. (Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, etc.)

We are currently searching for an Injection Molding Process Technician I to be based out of Dallas, TX. Reporting to the Molding Production Manager, the primary focus of this role is to operate and maintain injection molding machines and ensure the implementation of scientific molding processes to produce high-quality plastic parts.

Eligibility:
Minimum 2 years of experience in thermoplastics injection molding, high school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Operate injection molding machines and associated equipment.
• Set up, start, and optimize injection molding processes using scientific molding methodologies.
• Monitor and adjust machine parameters such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time to optimize production efficiency and product quality.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks (testing/changing heater bands, changing fuses in control card, etc.) to prevent unscheduled downtime.
• Start up, shut down, and purge injection molding machines.
• Operate, program, and troubleshoot robot and/or assembly cells.
• Assist with secondary operation equipment including gasketing, screw insertion, automation, and vision detection technology.
• Perform mold changeovers efficiently while ensuring proper machine, mold, process, and auxiliary equipment setup.
• Maintain adequate inventory of machine supplies, tooling supplies, spare parts, and cleaning supplies.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols and promptly correcting or removing workplace hazards.
• Follow engineering technical instruction for process improvements and corrective actions.
• Support new product development, new product introduction and new tool qualification processes.
• Validate and maintain robust, repeatable processes for new and existing molds to reduce cycle time and scrap.
• Perform injection molding process DOE based on scientific molding principles.
• Implement process documentation control plan including process sheets, mold water diagram, and change logs.
• Transfer and validate processes between machines, including process setup sheet creation.
• Document and submit tooling issues/repair status to engineering.
• Document and report machine and auxiliary equipment issues to maintenance.
• Collaborate with tooling, quality, maintenance, and production teams to resolve production issues.
• Monitor scrap and implement changes to eliminate root causes.
• Submit accurate daily end-of-shift reports to production manager and engineering.
• Maintain acceptable 5S housekeeping standards in the assigned work area.

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience as a process technician in thermoplastic injection molding; 2+ years related experience preferred.
• Scientific injection molding experience; RJG certification preferred.
• Medical and automotive molding experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, standard documents, and technical documents.
• Comprehensive knowledge of equipment (injection molding machine, robotics, assembly cells).
• Ability to work cross-functional and coordinate with mold setters, tool techs, quality, shipping, and maintenance.
• Operate forklift and crane for mold changes and material handling.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Complete hourly immersion and required training.
• Have a good understanding of our safety culture.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders.
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.