Injection & Blow Molding Process Technician

Torrey Holistics; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics in Madison Heights, MI is seeking an experienced manufacturing operator to run injection molding and blow molding equipment, maintain line stability, and ensure part quality. You will interpret blueprints, operate forklifts and cranes, and work with Process Engineering to cut downtime and scrap while improving overall efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on tooling troubleshooting, adherence to safety procedures, and accurate recording of downtime and changeovers for continuous

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in manufacturing with at least 2 years operating machinery.
• Experience with hand tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding and blow molding equipment to keep lines moving.
• Monitor process conditions and product quality, adjusting parameters as needed.
• Champion quality improvements and escalate issues promptly.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering to reduce downtime and scrap.
• Troubleshoot molding issues tied to tooling; document findings.
• Support preventive maintenance for tooling and equipment.
• Record downtime, scrap, and changeover durations for continuous improvement.

Skills

Injection molding experience

Blow molding experience

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Hand tools

Injection molding machines

Blow molding machines

Job description

Your day at a glanceWhen you clock in, you’ll take ownership of a set of injection and blow molding machines, bringing them up to spec, confirming setups, and getting parts flowing. Throughout the shift you’ll watch the process and finished parts like a hawk, dialing in parameters and partnering with Process Engineering to drive down downtime and scrap while pushing overall efficiency higher.What you’ll doRun and tend injection molding and blow molding equipment, keeping lines moving and stable.Continuously monitor process conditions and product quality, making adjustments to meet standards.Champion quality improvements across the cell and escalate issues promptly.Collaborate with Process Engineering to cut downtime and scrap, and to improve process efficiency.Troubleshoot molding issues tied to tooling; document and report findings to the Supervisor.Support preventive maintenance (PM) for tooling and equipment to sustain reliable performance.Accurately record downtime, scrap, and changeover durations for continuous improvement.Skills that set you up for successRead and interpret blueprints with confidence.Operate a forklift and overhead crane safely.Hands-on familiarity with blow molding machinery.Education and experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent.3+ years in manufacturing, including at least 2 years operating machinery.Experience with hand tools preferred.Physical requirements and environmentRegular walking, sitting, climbing, bending, stooping, grasping, crouching, pushing, balancing, reaching, kneeling, and standing.Lift up to 50 lbs on a routine basis.Work in both warmer and cooler conditions as needed.Proficiency spotlightInjection molding experienceBlow molding experienceEquipment you’ll useInjection molding machinesBlow molding machines