Mold Process Technician

Join our team as a Mold Process Technician! SIGN ON BONUS $2000

As a Mold Process Technician at Protolabs, you’ll play a hands‑on role in bringing high‑quality parts to life through advanced injection molding. You’ll set up, monitor, and fine‑tune processes to ensure consistent, efficient production—using your technical expertise to troubleshoot challenges, improve cycle times, and reduce waste. In this dynamic, fast‑paced environment, your contributions will directly impact product quality, operational performance, and customer satisfaction, all while upholding strong safety and quality standards.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and working with cutting‑edge manufacturing technology.

• Monday: 6a-4p
• Tuesday-Wednesday: 6a-6p
• Thursday: 6a-12p

• Proficiently set up and start up molds using decoupled / scientific molding practices.
  • Load material into the machine hopper
• Inspect molds for correct set up and check to ensure proper materials are at the press prior to start.
• Set‑up and start UR robots including auto spray, clipper and grid placement.
• Develop machine operating parameters to process parts to specifications.
• Perform thorough part inspections to ensure part specifications are met.
• Accurately record process specifications onto cycle sheets.
• Record current and appropriate documentation in mold files.
• Set‑up machine operating parameters from established cycle sheets.
• Process parts to specifications per best practices and procedures.
• Perform measurement of required dimensions.
• Ensure presses are running correct cycle time and match what is documented.
• Request, evaluate and monitor mold modifications and repair through the rework system.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems related to mold cycling and mold function in the press.
• Suggest or perform corrective actions to correct quality problems.
• Investigate new materials and determine molding parameters.
• Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.
• Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance.
• Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.
• Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

• 2 year technical degree / tech certification in related field, or 5 years of related experience.
• Experience adjusting process parameters to correct cosmetic and dimensional defects in plastic injection molded parts.
• Knowledge and application of decoupled molding techniques and engineering grade resins.
• Understanding of machine process control, and molding technology.
• Processing of wide range of engineering resins.
• Able to be licensed to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane hoist, etc.) – we will train.
• Able to safely operate hand held and stationary power tools.
• Able to work safely with sharp and heavy objects (e.g., utility knives, aluminum blocks).
• Able to use measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, dial indicators.
• Able to use a computer and calculator. Able to read and write in English, and do basic arithmetic.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented work environment.
• Must be punctual and have good attendance.

• Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment, e.g., processing, setups.

• Competitive salary ($30.38 – $41 per hour, including a $3.40/hour shift differential).
• Amazing benefits including:
  • Health Insurance (Traditional or High Deductible plan)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
  • Dental and Vision
  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Paid caregiver leave
• 3 weeks of PTO + holiday pay + wellness hours + volunteer hours
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
• Matching grants through Protolabs Foundation
• And more!

Proto Labs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Proto Labs maintains ITAR‑compliant operations in all of its United States‑based facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful…