Injection Moulding Process Technician

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Process Technician to join a leading manufacturing business operating within a manufacturing industry. This role is offered on a Panama shift pattern (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am, rotating days and nights).

• Work collaboratively with the Process Manager and Shift Leader to maintain smooth production flow.
• Quickly identify, fault‑find, and resolve process, tooling, and machine issues with a solutions‑focused approach.
• Ensure minimal downtime by implementing effective problem‑solving methods and escalating when required.
• Support and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Take a hands‑on role in the production environment while providing shift management support when necessary.
• Lead by example in upholding Standards (SOPs, Health & Safety, Quality).
• Participate in production meetings, shift handovers, and ensure all process personnel remain engaged with production requirements.
• Carry out tool fitting/removal, colour changes, purging processes, and quality checks to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Support trials and projects, documenting results clearly and effectively.
• Drive initiatives to reduce scrap, waste, and unplanned stoppages through efficient methods of working.
• Promote high standards of cleanliness and compliance with audit requirements.
• Maintain flexibility in working approach to ensure production continuity.

• Good standard of education with strong numeracy skills.
• Engineering qualification desirable;
  Polymer Injection Moulding Level I (working towards Level II) preferred.
• Proven background in a manufacturing/production environment as a Process Setter or Process Technician.
• Specialised knowledge in polymer injection moulding.
• Basic PC literacy (Word, Excel, SAP, Barco or other production systems advantageous).

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours.
• Strong sense of urgency with commitment to production goals.
• Team player with the ability to motivate others.
• Commitment to upholding company policies, standards, and values.