Injection Molding Setup Operator (2nd Shift)

Hoerbiger; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoerbiger in Florida is seeking an Injection Molding Setup Operator to ensure efficient setup, maintenance, and operation of plastic injection molding equipment. You will install and maintain molds, manage plasticizing screws, and support safe, smooth production.

The role emphasizes precise mechanical work, process troubleshooting, and adaptable task handling, including forklift and crane operation, with strong attention to quality and documentation.

Qualifications

• Mechanical systems experience and ability to perform maintenance.
• Knowledge of injection molding processes, machine setup, and mold maintenance.
• Attention to detail to ensure high-quality parts.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical/process issues.
• Proficient English reading, writing and speaking.
• Willingness to adapt to new tasks and skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove molds, maintain molds and plasticizing screws.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Clean molds, inserts, components; maintain check ring assemblies and filters.
• Manage raw materials in drying hoppers and perform changeovers.
• Follow safety procedures and maintenance protocols.
• Perform versatile duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Injection Molding

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

English Proficiency

Adaptability

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Job description

Job Description

As an Injection Molding Setup Operator, you will ensure the efficient and precise setup, maintenance, and operation of injection molding machinery. This includes installing and removing molds, maintaining the molds, and plasticizing screws, and ensuring the machinery operates smoothly.

How you will make a difference

• Operational Efficiency: Your work in removing and installing molds, pulling, and cleaning plasticizing screws, and operating forklifts and overhead cranes will ensure smooth and efficient production processes.
• Quality Control: Cleaning molds, inserts, and components, maintaining check ring assemblies, and ensuring the cleanliness of filters will contribute to high-quality output.
• Resource Management: Managing raw materials in drying hoppers, performing raw material changeovers, and maintaining proper documentation will help in efficient resource utilization.
• Safety and Maintenance: Adhering to maintenance protocols and safe work practices will reduce downtime and prevent accidents.

Versatility and Adaptability: Performing injection molding operator work as needed and other assigned duties will demonstrate your flexibility and ability to handle various tasks, adding overall value to the team.

What you should be good at

• Mechanical Skills - A strong background in mechanical systems is essential. You should be adept at understanding and working with mechanical components, troubleshooting issues, and performing maintenance.
• Injection Molding Expertise: Having 1 to 5 years of experience or equivalent training in injection molding is preferred. You should be knowledgeable about the injection molding process, machine setup, and mold maintenance.
• Attention to Detail: Precision is crucial in injection molding, so being meticulous in your work to ensure quality parts is important.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and process issues efficiently will be a valuable skill.
• English Proficiency: Since proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking) is required, you should be comfortable communicating effectively, reading technical manuals, and documenting processes.
• Adaptability: You should be adaptable to different tasks and learning new skills as required. Mechanical Skills

What you can look forward to

• Career Stability: With over 130 years of industry leadership, Hoerbiger offers the security of a long-established company with a forward-looking vision.
• Financial Stability and Rewarding Compensation
• We recognize and value your contributions with competitive salaries and local fringe benefits.
• Supportive Teamwork: A positive atmosphere and a collaborative environment, where you'll experience mutual support among colleagues.
• Professional and Personal Growth: With a polite and respectful culture, there's often a greater emphasis on personal development and continuous learning.
• Recognition and Appreciation: Being part of a polite and appreciative team means that your efforts and achievements are recognized and celebrated.

Who we are

Join our global team of over 7,500 colleagues and make a difference every day. Contribute to innovative solutions that save lives, reduce emissions, and drive progress in key industries like energy, automotive, and safety technology, as well as growth markets such as semiconductor, automation, photonics, aerospace and medical. Guided by our core values - Pioneering Spirit, Courage, Fairness, and Closeness - we are ENABLING CHANGE. FOR A BETTER TOMORROW. With opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate across 40 countries and 150 locations, you'll be part of a culture that values your ideas and your impact.