Injection Molding Process Technician

Milwaukee Tool; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Process Technician to support the injection molding operation, assisting with machine setups, monitoring production, and ensuring consistent high-quality plastic components. The role emphasizes safety, waste reduction, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in molding and quality/troubleshooting experience, plus knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and electronics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of molding technician experience.
• 2+ years of quality/troubleshooting experience in molding.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and electronics.
• Forklift certification (Milwaukee will train).
• Strong attention to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine startup/shutdown and basic setup for sample/production runs.
• Monitor molding machine gauges, pressures, and temperatures to ensure product quality.
• Perform routine process checks and document production data.
• Maintain work area and follow standard work instructions and 6S standards.
• Identify and report quality concerns or deviations; support root-cause analysis.

Skills

English proficiency

Molding experience

Quality troubleshooting

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Robotics & electronics

Forklift certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Robotics

Electronics

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Process Technician to support the injection molding operation, assisting with machine setups, monitoring production, and ensuring consistent high-quality plastic components. The role emphasizes safety, waste reduction, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in molding and quality/troubleshooting experience, plus knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and electronics.