Injection Line Operator
Job in
Van Wert, Van Wert County, Ohio, 45891, USA
Listed on 2026-05-22
Listing for:
Intraplas Packaging
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-22
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Injection Molding, Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Production, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Operate and monitor injection molding equipment to produce high-quality plastic products, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, hygiene, and production standards. Contribute to efficient operations, minimize downtime and waste, and support continuous improvement in the injection process.
Key Responsibilities- Set up and operate injection molding machines according to production specifications, work instructions, and production planning.
- Monitor machine performance and process parameters, adjusting settings when required to maintain product quality and production output.
- Ensure molds, tools, raw materials, and auxiliary equipment are correctly prepared and available for smooth operation.
- Start, stop, and monitor production cycles, ensuring stable operation and compliance with defined process conditions.
- Conduct regular inspections of the injection molding process to identify and resolve issues promptly.
- Support mold changes, material changes, and production changeovers, following internal procedures and safety requirements.
- Perform quality checks on injected products to ensure compliance with specifications, control plans and quality standards.
- Identify visual, dimensional, or functional defects and take appropriate action according to internal procedures.
- Record and report deviations, defects, or non-conformities to supervisors and quality control teams.
- Collaborate with the quality team to implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Ensure proper segregation and identification of non-conforming products.
- Conduct routine cleaning and basic maintenance of injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Perform first‑level troubleshooting of equipment, process, or product issues.
- Identify abnormal machine behavior, process instability, or equipment problems, escalating complex issues to maintenance teams.
- Maintain accurate logs of production, machine performance, interventions, and maintenance activities.
- Support preventive maintenance activities when required.
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and company policies, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Operate machines and equipment in accordance with safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and internal rules.
- Ensure the injection process complies with food‑grade, hygiene, and other relevant industry standards when applicable.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working area.
- Participate in regular safety training and contribute to a safe working environment.
- Monitor production metrics to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
- Assist in the implementation of best practices and process improvements in injection molding operations.
- Collaborate with team members to reduce waste, improve material utilization, and minimize downtime.
- Provide feedback and suggestions to improve machine performance, workflow, product quality, and operational efficiency.
- Work closely with production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and technical teams to meet production goals.
- Communicate effectively during shift changes to ensure continuity in operations.
- Report production issues, quality concerns, equipment malfunctions, or safety risks in a timely manner.
- Support teamwork and contribute to a positive and efficient production environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure product quality and process accuracy.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and supervisors.
- Problem‑solving mindset to address production, quality, and equipment challenges.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production targets.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing production demands, priorities, and schedules.
- Sense of responsibility and commitment to safety, quality, and operational discipline.
- Proficiency in operating and adjusting injection molding machines.
- Basic knowledge of injection molding process parameters, molds, raw materials, and production cycles.
- Basic mechanical skills for routine maintenance, cleaning, and…
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