Process Technician; Injection Mold

Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour

Work Environment:

• Modern offices with advanced IT systems
• High-tech plastic injection molding facility
• Some exposure to typical factory conditions (mild odors, temperature changes)
• Strong focus on safety

Key Responsibilities:

• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Work with engineering-grade resins
• Perform basic maintenance on tools and molds
• Change colors and materials as scheduled
• Follow quality control and safety procedures
• Help meet production deadlines and resolve delays
• Assist in finding and fixing causes of mold/tool damage
• Troubleshoot injection molding issues

Process Technician Requirements:

• Preferred but not always necessary. A degree in fields such as Mechanical Engineering,Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline can be advantageous.
• 1-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in arole related to process technology or a similar field.
• Understanding of Manufacturing Processes:
  Knowledge of molding processes, machine operations, and production workflows specific to the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with Process Control Systems:
  Ability to work with systems that monitor and control manufacturing processes, such as SCADA, PLCs, or similar technologies.
• Troubleshooting
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong skills in diagnosing and resolving technical issues with machinery and processes, particularly those related to injection molding or other plastics processes.
• Quality Assurance:
  Understanding of quality control principles and practices to ensure product standards are met.
• Certified Manufacturing Technician (CMT): A certification that validates a candidate'sknowledge of manufacturing processes and standards.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Manufacturing Certification:
  Preferred for candidates involved in process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Injection Molding Certification:
  Certifications from organizations such as RJG or Paulson Training Programs can demonstrate proficiency in molding processes.
• Proficiency in CAD Software:
  Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics usingCAD software (AutoCAD, Solid Works).
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Software:
  Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP,Oracle) or manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Basic Office Software
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting
• Experience in leading small teams or projects, including coordination of tasks and delegation of responsibilities.
• Ability to train and mentor junior technicians or apprentices
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for creating reports, documentation, and presentations.