2nd Shift Mold Technician

Hoffer Plastics; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Hoffer Plastics Corporation is seeking Setup / Mold Technicians for the 2nd shift. The role covers mold and machine setup, process parameter input, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. Training is provided across levels C, B, and A with opportunities for wage growth based on skill and performance.

Starting pay ranges from $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, plus a 4% shift premium for 2nd shift. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and math proficiency.
• Reading and writing English required.
• Computer proficiency and basic software use.
• Willingness to progress through leveled Molding Technician training curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Set up molds and auxiliary equipment to meet production goals.
• Input process parameters and adjust settings under supervision.
• Maintain 5S standards and clean work area.
• Assist with quality inspectors to identify defects and improve processes.
• Work across Level C/B/A responsibilities as skill grows.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math proficiency

Reading and writing English

Computer proficiency

Willing to progress through Level C to

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NOW HIRING: Setup / Mold Technicians – 2nd Shift

Hoffer Plastics Corporation

Starting Pay: $22.00–$24.00/hr (based on experience)

Shift Premium: +4% for 2nd shift

2nd Shift Hours: 4:00pm–12:00am

Want to be part of something special? We're filling important jobs!

Join an industry leader and innovator looking for people who want to make a difference. If you're mechanically minded and want to build a real skilled trade in plastic injection molding, we want to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 4% shift premium: Earn extra on top of your base pay for working 2nd shift
• Clear career path: Advance through leveled training from Level C to Level A, with pay that grows with your skills
• Get trained: Full training on molding, setup, processing and new technology
• Great benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match and more
• Stability: An established, growing third-generation U.S. company

The Role

As a Setup / Mold Technician, you'll mold parts to meet internal and external customer requirements, including machine setup, auxiliary equipment setup and process parameter input. You'll also keep a neat and orderly work area to 5S standards and follow safety policies. The position is divided into four classifications based on skill set and responsibility, and pay is determined accordingly.

Level C

Responsibilities vary based on skill level and experience:

• Complete the B level training curriculum while at Level C.
• Perform mold setups and color changes to meet production demands.
• Set molding process parameters with the help of a foreman, supervisor, or A or B level molding technician.
• Monitor production for accuracy and efficiency and work with quality inspectors to identify defects.
• Perform material handler duties as assigned.

Level B

• Complete the A level training curriculum while at Level B.
• Set molding process parameters to ensure part quality.
• Troubleshoot process, machine and auxiliary equipment problems and make necessary changes to ensure quality and reduce downtime.
• Learn new technology as it's brought into manufacturing.
• Work with the supervisor and/or Lead Molding Technician to find ways to improve productivity and reduce scrap, defects, etc.

Level A

• Work with quality inspectors to identify defects and make good decisions on process changes.
• Sample new and existing molds.
• Stay current with new technology in molding, auxiliary equipment, robots, etc.
• Promote safety by following all related policies and procedures and setting a good example for others.
• Help maintain 5S and plant cleanliness by completing assigned cleaning tasks and setting a good example for others.
• Take on the responsibilities of the supervisor or foreman in their absence.

All Team Members Shall

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by communicating in a way that helps you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
• Continue to grow job-specific knowledge and use tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

This job description does not contain every function or responsibility that may be required in the performance of this job. All team members are required to perform other related duties and functions as assigned.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability and interest in successfully progressing through the leveled Molding Technician training curriculum.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and math proficiency.
• Proficiency in reading and writing English.
• Computer proficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental, VSP vision
• 401(k): Hoffer Plastics matches $0.50 per $1.00 contributed each payroll period, up to 6%, plus a Safe Harbor contribution equal to 3% of annual eligible earnings
• Paid Life Insurance:5 times basic annual salary
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Time Off: 2 weeks paid vacation, up to 5 days of Illinois Paid Leave, and 9 paid holidays
• Reimbursements: tuition, prescription safety glasses, steel toe shoes, and fitness

Physical Requirements

The incumbent will:

• Usually stand / walk most of the shift.
• Frequently bend at waist, twist, kneel / crouch, climb ladders and climb up on machinery with proper fall protection.
• Occasionally push, pull and lift up to 75 lbs. or more.
• Occasionally lift above waist and/or shoulder up to 75 lbs. and over.
• Sometimes perform hand / wrist / finger movements and foot movements for pedal controls on forklift.
• Occasionally perform keyboarding and squeezing movements.
• Be frequently exposed to odors, dust and oil / grease.

Ready to go "All In" for people, plastics and purpose?

www.hofferplastics.com

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Hoffer Plastics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.