2nd, 3rd, Weekend Night Shifts Injection Molding Technician

IML Containers/Labels North America Inc.; Le Mars (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Growth opportunities and on-the-job培训

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

IML Containers/Labels North America Inc. seeks a hands‑on technician to support our in‑mold labeling operations.

You will assist with machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance for injection molding machines, label robots, and related automation systems. This role helps reduce downtime and keep equipment running safely and efficiently, with responsibilities spanning mold handling, label application, machine monitoring, and routine maintenance in a fast‑paced

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical knowledge of gears, motors, belts and sensors.
• Able to use common hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen keys).
• Ability to read machine instructions and troubleshoot logically.
• Experience with injection molding, automation, or IML labeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove molds from injection molding machines.
• Set up in-mold label magazines and adjust robot label pickers.
• Load labels into IML stations and ensure proper label placement.
• Monitor machines for correct label placement and product quality.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, or robotic issues and report recurring problems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on IML and molding equipment.
• Document maintenance tasks and communicate issues to the team.
• Follow safety and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Hand tools proficiency

Reading machine instructions

IML/Injection molding experience

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

We are looking for a hands‑on technician to help maintain and support our in‑mold labeling (IML) plastic injection molding operations. The technician will assist with machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance for our injection molding machines, label robots, and associated automation systems.

This is a key role to help reduce downtime and ensure our equipment is running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Injection Molding & IML Setup:

• Help install and remove molds from injection molding machines
• Set up in-mold label magazines and adjust robot label pickers
• Load labels into IML stations and make sure labels are applied properly inside the molds

Machine Operation Support:

• Monitor machines to ensure proper label placement and product quality
• Assist operators and team leads with machine or label alignment issues
• Adjust label sensors, vacuum levels, or robot arms when labels are misapplied

Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, or robotic issues (e.g., vacuum loss, stuck labels, faulty sensors)
• Report any recurring machine issues to maintenance manager
• Replace worn‑out components (hoses, fittings, sensors, cylinders)

Preventative Maintenance:

• Clean sensors, filters, and moving parts on IML and molding machines
• Grease and lubricate mold slides and robotic arms regularly
• Inspect and tighten loose wires, air lines, and fittings

Documentation & Communication:

• Record maintenance tasks in logbooks or computer system
• Communicate clearly with maintenance team, leads, and supervisors on issues or needed repairs
• Follow all safety and lockout/tagout procedures

What We’re Looking For:

• Basic mechanical knowledge (gears, motors, belts, sensors, air lines)
• Comfortable using hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen keys, etc.)
• Some experience with injection molding, automation, or IML labeling is a big plus
• Ability to read machine instructions and troubleshoot issues logically
• Willing to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and respond to machine downtime quickly
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

• Ability to read simple electrical or pneumatic diagrams
• Experience using forklift or pallet jack (if needed for mold handling)

Benefits Include:

• Biweekly pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Growth opportunities and on‑the‑job training
• Friendly and supportive team environment