Hands-On Injection Molding Changeover Technician

Loxo; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentra is seeking a Changeover Technician to join the Injection Molding Toolroom team in the United States. You will prepare molds and equipment for production, perform efficient changeovers, and help ensure safe and effective molding operations.

You will troubleshoot equipment, document changeovers, and work closely with Process Technicians, Toolmakers, and Supervisors to support successful production setups in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience in injection molding, manufacturing, toolroom operations, or machine setup preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and setup sheets.

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 that may impact production or product quality.
• Basic troubleshooting and communication of tooling or equipment concerns to the team.
• Collaborate with Process Technicians, Toolmakers, Production Supervisors, and Quality personnel to support production setups.
• Follow setup sheets, work instructions, and production specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the toolroom and production environment.
• Use hand tools and measuring equipment safely.
• Complete required documentation related to changeovers, tooling, and production setups.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Troubleshooting

Reading work instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring equipment

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Essentra is seeking a Changeover Technician to join the Injection Molding Toolroom team in the United States. You will prepare molds and equipment for production, perform efficient changeovers, and help ensure safe and effective molding operations.

You will troubleshoot equipment, document changeovers, and work closely with Process Technicians, Toolmakers, and Supervisors to support successful production setups in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.