Change Over Technician

Essentra; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentra in Erie, PA is seeking a Changeover Technician for our Injection Molding Toolroom. You will prepare molds and equipment for production, perform efficient and accurate changeovers, and help ensure safe, effective operations.

You will troubleshoot equipment, follow setup sheets, maintain a clean work area, and support continuous improvement in changeover efficiency and tooling reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in injection molding, tooling, or related mechanical environment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of how machines, molds, and tooling work together.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and communicate issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold and machine changeovers according to production schedules and procedures.
• Safely prepare injection molds and related tooling for production.
• Connect and disconnect water lines, electrical connections, hydraulics, and other mold-related equipment for testing.
• Inspect molds, tooling, and equipment and identify issues affecting production or quality.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and communicate tooling or equipment concerns to the team.
• Follow setup sheets, work instructions, and production specifications.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Hydraulics

Electrical connections

Job description

Are you mechanically minded, hands-on, and someone who takes pride in keeping production running smoothly? Essentra is looking for a Changeover Technician to join our Injection Molding Toolroom team. In this role, you'll play an important part in preparing molds and equipment for production, completing efficient and accurate changeovers, and helping ensure our injection molding operations run safely and effectively. If you enjoy working with your hands, troubleshooting equipment, and being part of a team where your attention to detail makes a difference, this could be a great opportunity for you!

What You'll Do

• Perform mold and machine changeovers according to production schedules and established procedures.
• Safely prepare injection molds and related tooling for production.
• Connect and disconnect water lines, electrical connections, hydraulics, and other mold-related equipment for testing
• Inspect molds, tooling, and equipment and identify issues that may impact production or product quality.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and communicate tooling or equipment concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Work closely with Process Technicians, Toolmakers, Production Supervisors, and Quality personnel to support successful production setups.
• Follow established setup sheets, work instructions, and production specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area within the toolroom and production environment.
• Use hand tools, measuring equipment, lifting devices, and other tooling equipment safely and appropriately.
• Complete required documentation related to changeovers, tooling, and production setups.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to changeover efficiency, tooling reliability, safety, and production performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in injection molding, manufacturing, toolroom operations, machine setup, or a related mechanical environment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand how machines, molds, and tooling work together.
• Ability to use common hand tools and basic measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and communicate issues effectively.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, setup sheets, and basic technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle molds and tooling using appropriate equipment.
• Willingness to learn injection molding processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing production priorities.

Why Join Essentra?

At Essentra, you'll have the opportunity to build your skills in a hands-on manufacturing environment while working alongside a team that values safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Whether you're an experienced technician or someone with strong mechanical skills looking to grow your career in injection molding, we're interested in what you can bring to the team.