Injection Molding Process Technician

BOGE Rubber & Plastics; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

BOGE Rubber & Plastics in Hebron, KY is seeking an operator to perform plastic operation tasks and manage press changeovers with safety as a priority. You will oversee resin use, run diagnostics, and support daily maintenance while ensuring smooth production flow.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and likely 6 months to 1 year in plastic operations. Candidates must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and working in a loud environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business materials and technical procedures.
• Ability to write clear reports, business correspondence, procedures and work instructions.
• Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization.

Responsibilities

• Change over plastic injection presses and secondary equipment safely.
• Perform change overs with different clamping systems efficiently and safely.
• Monitor inventory to ensure customer shipments.
• Perform daily mold preventive maintenance (PMs).
• Write work orders for maintenance when equipment breaks down.
• Ensure correct resin is used during press changeovers and manage resin dryers.
• Troubleshoot presses and adjust settings to maintain product quality.
• Adjust robots and sprue pickers for proper handling and avoid damage.
• Able to start up and shut down production including chillers, compressors, and related equipment.

Skills

Reading & interpreting docs

Mathematical basics

Reasoning ability

Written communication

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

BOGE Rubber & Plastics in Hebron, KY is seeking an operator to perform plastic operation tasks and manage press changeovers with safety as a priority. You will oversee resin use, run diagnostics, and support daily maintenance while ensuring smooth production flow.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and likely 6 months to 1 year in plastic operations. Candidates must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and working in a loud environment.