Injection Molding Process Technician

Socket.dev; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IPL is seeking a Process Technician to optimize production processes and ensure high-quality plastics products. The role requires setting up injection molding machines, performing mold changes, and monitoring processes to maintain quality and efficiency.

You will troubleshoot defects, document changes, and collaborate with engineering and production teams in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment. A technical background and hands-on experience in plastics manufacturing are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of injection molding experience.
• Knowledge of injection molding machines and equipment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start injection molding machines and related processes.
• Perform mold changes and machine setups according to production schedules.
• Monitor and adjust process parameters to ensure consistent product quality.
• Troubleshoot defects and machine malfunctions.
• Document production data, maintenance activities, and process changes.
• Train and support machine operators on molding techniques and procedures.

Skills

Injection molding

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Process optimization

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree in plastics/manufacturing

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

ERP

MS Office

Job description

IPL is seeking a Process Technician to optimize production processes and ensure high-quality plastics products. The role requires setting up injection molding machines, performing mold changes, and monitoring processes to maintain quality and efficiency.

You will troubleshoot defects, document changes, and collaborate with engineering and production teams in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment. A technical background and hands-on experience in plastics manufacturing are essential.