1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift Process Technician / Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking an Injection Molding Technician to assist in operating injection molding presses while meeting safety and quality standards. The role involves troubleshooting machines, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring efficient production workflow. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and approximately three years of relevant experience with strong communication skills and physical dexterity.

Qualifications

• 3 years related experience and/or training.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot processing problems with injection molding machines.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the molding department.
• Perform first shot inspections and report waste.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Physical Dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Assist in the operation of Injection Molding presses with proficiency while meeting quality, productivity,

waste, cost, housekeeping and safety goals in accordance with standard procedures and Good Manufacturing

Practices. The Technician is responsible for following all developed processing guides, documenting tool

repairs, and helping maintain an inventory of spare die components. Maintaining quality standards of

molded product and ensuring satisfactory delivery of assembly components to our internal customers. Work

with limited supervision and maintain an atmosphere of cooperation among and between shifts, mold repair,

quality control, assembly, and management to attain departmental goals.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve processing problems with injection molding machines.

Responsible for cleanliness and orderly condition of a designated area of the molding department.

Observance of all safety and environmental procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Set-up and start-up Molding Machines and auxiliary equipment.

Relay pertinent product and quality-related information to Operators, Inspectors, Supervisors and

peers – written and verbal

Accurately records and reports waste, and assist departmental supervision in maintaining inventory

control.

Diagnose tooling problems and perform minor repairs

Perform first shot inspections and confirm job is ready for production.

May troubleshoot electrical problems with dies and barrel heats, mix plastic resin with colorants and

additives, relieve operators at break times, and engage in material handling.

Verifies and monitors machine cycles and cavitation's’.

Identifies waste in the process and minimizes downtime.

Maintains clean working conditions in assigned areas and reports any safety hazards immediately.

Must be able to operate a forklift safely.

Transportation of raw materials and finished goods to and from molding area as needed for

production.

Perform miscellaneous duties as required by supervision.

Include answering Operator, machine, or equipment alarms as needed.

Requirements:

Job Skill Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; and three years related experience and/or training.

Physical Requirements, Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10

pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach and move

across uneven surfaces. Ability to stand most of the shift.

Ability to recognize visual defects as defined by product specifications, knows what to do if

recognized. Exercises discriminatory judgments, Strong oral and written communications skills. Must

be able to read, write and verbally communicate effectively.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform

this job successfully, the candidate will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty

proficiently.