Injection Molding Process Technician – Day Shift

Flex; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Molding Process Technician for the Day Shift in Buffalo Grove, IL. The role focuses on setting up, operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting injection molding machines to ensure optimal performance and part quality.

Responsibilities include process optimization, quality assurance, and safety compliance with ISO-13485 and FDA CFR/GMP standards. 1–3 years of experience in injection molding is preferred; high school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in injection molding or mold setup.
• Experience with hydraulic and electric injection molding machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up molds, machines, and auxiliary equipment for production runs.
• Adjust machine parameters to maintain part quality and meet specifications.
• Start up and shut down molding machines per SOPs.
• Diagnose and resolve molding issues (flash, short shots, warping).
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs; collaborate with maintenance/engineering.
• Inspect molded parts for defects and ensure quality standards.
• Maintain process control and lot traceability documentation.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor mold performance and suggest cycle-time/ scrap reductions.
• Follow safety protocols and comply with ISO-13485, FDA CFR/GMP, and other regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Technical drawings

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Assoc. degree in Plastics

Tools

CNC machines

Robotic automation

Mold maintenance tools

Hydraulic/electric machines

Job description

Flex is seeking a Molding Process Technician for the Day Shift in Buffalo Grove, IL. The role focuses on setting up, operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting injection molding machines to ensure optimal performance and part quality.

Responsibilities include process optimization, quality assurance, and safety compliance with ISO-13485 and FDA CFR/GMP standards. 1–3 years of experience in injection molding is preferred; high school diploma or GED required.