Injection Molding Setup Tech — ESOP & 3rd Shift

Randstad USA; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

PTA Plastics in Niwot, CO is seeking a Plastic Injection Molding Set Up Technician for 3rd shift (10:30 PM – 7:00 AM). Earn up to $43/hr total pay, with a base rate of $21.86–$40.00/hr plus $3.00/hr shift differential, and an annual salary range of $60,000–$80,000.

You’ll lead press setups, mold changes, and hookups for injection molding equipment, run trials, and work with Process Engineers to troubleshoot defects.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience setting up and troubleshooting plastic injection molding machinery.
• Mechanical aptitude with setup sheets, hand tools, hoists, and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to diagnose defects and keep production moving.
• Clear written English and ability to log technical parameters.

Responsibilities

• Lead press setups, mold changes, and auxiliary equipment hookups for injection molding machines.
• Dial in machine settings and run trials to meet specs.
• Troubleshoot defects with Process Engineers and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Injection molding setup

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Hoists

Calipers

Precision measuring tools

Job description

PTA Plastics in Niwot, CO is seeking a Plastic Injection Molding Set Up Technician for 3rd shift (10:30 PM – 7:00 AM). Earn up to $43/hr total pay, with a base rate of $21.86–$40.00/hr plus $3.00/hr shift differential, and an annual salary range of $60,000–$80,000.

You’ll lead press setups, mold changes, and hookups for injection molding equipment, run trials, and work with Process Engineers to troubleshoot defects.