Injection Molding Process Technician

RD Industries, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

RD Industries, Inc. in Omaha, NE is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Process Technician to optimize molding operations, troubleshoot production issues, and drive quality improvements in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You will set up and validate molding processes, analyze production data, support mold validations, and train production staff on best practices, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of injection molding process technician experience.
• Strong knowledge of molding equipment, tooling, resins, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments.
• Experience with continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, validate, and optimize injection molding processes
• Troubleshoot molding, tooling, and quality issues
• Analyze production data and implement process improvements
• Support new mold validations and mold repair qualifications
• Train and coach production employees on molding best practices
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures
• Collaborate with production, quality, and leadership teams to meet customer requirements

Skills

Injection molding

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Team training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Measuring instruments

Blueprint reading

Job description

Location: Omaha, NE
Job Type: Full-Time, On-site
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM

Join Our Team

We are seeking an experienced Injection Molding Process Technician to support our injection molding operations. In this role, you will optimize molding processes, troubleshoot production issues, improve quality and efficiency, and help train production employees. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technician who enjoys problem-solving and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Set up, validate, and optimize injection molding processes
• Troubleshoot molding, tooling, and quality issues
• Analyze production data and implement process improvements
• Support new mold validations and mold repair qualifications
• Train and coach production employees on molding best practices
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures
• Collaborate with production, quality, and leadership teams to meet customer requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years of injection molding process technician experience
• Strong knowledge of molding equipment, tooling, resins, and troubleshooting
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring instruments
• Experience with continuous improvement or Lean manufacturing principles
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Technical degree or related manufacturing training.
• Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems is a plus

What We're Looking For

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
• Team player with a commitment to quality and safety
• Ability to train and support others in a manufacturing environment

Why Join Us?

• Stable, growing manufacturing company
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to make a direct impact on quality and process improvements
• Competitive pay and benefits package