Machine Operator

Electrolab India Pvt. Ltd; Mumbai; On-site; INR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrolab India Pvt. Ltd. seeks a hands-on technician with experience in vacuum forming and plastic processing to support mold setup, heating control and material handling.

The role focuses on safe operation of vacuum pumps, proper tooling and quality-minded adjustments to production runs in a manufacturing environment in Mumbai.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with vacuum forming or plastic processing is preferred.
• Ability to clamp thermoplastic sheets, position molds and operate vacuum equipment safely.
• Skill in adjusting heating elements, ovens and cooling cycles based on material.
• Knowledge of different plastics and their heating behavior for forming processes.
• Experience trimming excess plastic using routers, shears or lasers.

Skills

Machine operation

Temperature control

Mold preparation

Material handling

Trimming & finishing

Job description

Qualification

High school diploma or vocational/ITI training is often requir.

Technical Skills

1. 1) Machine Operation & Setup : - Ability to safely clamp thermoplastic sheets, position molds, and operate vacuum pumps/compressors.
2. 2) Temperature & Timing Control :- Skill in adjusting heating elements, ovens, and cooling cycles based on material type and thickness.
3. 3) Mold Preparation :- Capability to prep, clean, and install molds while applying release agents.
4. 4) Material Handling :- Knowledge of different plastics (e.g., ABS, acrylic, PETG, polycarbonate) and their heating behaviors.
5. 5) Trimming & Finishing -: Ability to use tools like routers, shears, or lasers to trim excess "web" plastic from the final par.

Quality Control & Troubleshooting

1. 1) Drawing Reading :- Basic understanding of CAD/CAM and technical drawings to ensure parts match specifications.
2. 2) Inspection & Testing :- Skill in using calipers, gauges, and micrometers to measure wall thickness and part dimensions.
3. 3) Defect Recognition :- Ability to spot defects like webbing, webbing, tearing, or thinning, and adjust machine settings accordingly.
4. 4) Problem-Solving :- Quick thinking to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and optimize production processes.

Note :- prefer hands‑on manufacturing experience or a background in vacuum forming or plastic processing.