Factory Technician

Hubbell Incorporated; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical, Life, Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) Program with company matching

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Process Technician in South Carolina to retrieve prepared molds, install into presses, and ensure proper heating and cooling. The role includes startup using decoupled/scientific molding practices, inspecting parts for defects, documenting parameters, and maintaining a safe, efficient work area.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, basic math and computer skills, clear communication, and the ability to work independently or with a team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Good communication, reading, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as with others.
• Willingness to support other operations or departments as needed.
• Must be comfortable wearing a bump cap, thermal sleeves and flame-resistant jacket, in addition to standard PPE.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly.
• Frequent carrying of items up to 35 pounds.
• Gripping repeatedly with good physical dexterity.
• Constant walking and standing for a 12 hour shift.
• Reaching, pulling, bending, stooping, twisting and climbing stairs.
• Must be able to distinguish colors and shades, and have depth perception.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve prepared molds and install into molding presses.
• Secure mold to platen and set up mold heating and cooling.
• Start up molds using decoupled/scientific molding practices.
• Inspect sample parts for surface and dimensional defects.
• Accurately document process parameters.
• Remove molds from the press and stage for disassembly.
• Troubleshoot and correct process problems at the press.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Good communication

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

• Retrieve prepared molds and installs into molding presses.


• Secure mold to platen and sets up appropriate mold heating and cooling.


• Proficiently starts up molds using decoupled/ scientific molding practices.


• Inspect sample parts for surface and dimensional defects


• Accurately document process parameters


• Remove molds from the press and stage for disassembly.


• Troubleshoot and correct process problems at the press.


• Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.


• High School Diploma or GED required


• Basic math and computer skills


• Good communication, reading, and organizational skills


• Ability to work independently, as well as with others


• Willingness to support other operations or departments as needed


• Must be comfortable wearing a bump cap, thermal sleeves and flame-resistant jacket, in addition to standard PPE


• Physical Requirements:




• Must be comfortable working around hot molds/ovens


• Must be comfortable handling hot parts


• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly through the day


• Frequent carrying of items up to 35 pounds


• Gripping repeatedly with good physical dexterity


• Constant walking and standing for a 12 hour shift


• Reaching, pulling, bending, stooping,twisting and climbing stairs


• Must be able to distinguish colors and shades, and have depth perception

Job Overview

• Schedule: 8 hour shift


• Off Shift Differential


• Paid Vacation


• Paid Holidays


• Medical, Life, Dental and Vision Plans


• 401 (K) Program with company matching

A Day In The Life

• Retrieve prepared molds and installs into molding presses.


• Secure mold to platen and sets up appropriate mold heating and cooling.


• Proficiently starts up molds using decoupled/ scientific molding practices.


• Inspect sample parts for surface and dimensional defects


• Accurately document process parameters


• Remove molds from the press and stage for disassembly.


• Troubleshoot and correct process problems at the press.


• Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.


• High School Diploma or GED required


• Basic math and computer skills


• Good communication, reading, and organizational skills


• Ability to work independently, as well as with others


• Willingness to support other operations or departments as needed


• Must be comfortable wearing a bump cap, thermal sleeves and flame-resistant jacket, in addition to standard PPE

What will help you thrive in this role?

A successful Process Technician thrives by combining strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality. This role requires someone who can confidently set up and troubleshoot molding processes, accurately document and monitor process parameters, and identify product quality issues before they impact production. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently while also collaborating with team members across departments. Success in this position also depends on physical stamina, a willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and the ability to safely handle hot molds, equipment, and materials while maintaining a clean, efficient, and safety-focused work area.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.