Injection Molding Technician (3rd Shift)

Siffron

Des Plaines (IL)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 50,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Vacation/Personal/Bereavement leaves

Paid parental leave

Short & long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral bonus program

Shared Ownership Works Program

10 paid holidays

Job summary

siffron in Des Plaines, IL is seeking an Injection Molding Operator for the 3rd shift (10:00pm – 6:00am). You will set up and run molding machines, load molds, and monitor auxiliary equipment.

You will troubleshoot process issues, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced production cell. The role requires at least 1 year of hands-on experience with injection molding, ability to read blueprints, and willingness to work across shifts as needed.

Qualifications

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend work orders.
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Set up and run injection molding machines and basic process steps.
Safely remove and set up molds in injection molding machines.
Monitor and operate auxiliary molding equipment (grinders, chillers, loaders, robots).
Troubleshoot process issues and adjust to maintain production and quality.
Perform preventative maintenance on machines and equipment per schedule.
Adhere to safety and quality policies; report concerns.

Skills

English language

Reading work orders

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Adaptability

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

This role will be responsible for setting up, running, and monitoring injection molding machines, and auxiliary molding equipment (grinders, chillers, loaders, robots etc) within a custom injection molding and automation environment. This position ensures production equipment and manufacturing cells operate safely, efficiently, and consistently while meeting production, quality, and customer requirements.

Please Note: This position is for 3rd shift: 10:00pm – 6:00am.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Injection Molding Operations and Set Up

Set up and run injection molding machines – all basic process steps.
Safely remove and set up molds in injection molding machines.
Monitor and run auxiliary molding equipment – grinders, chillers, loaders, robots etc.

Process Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshoot injection molding process issues and make appropriate adjustments to maintain production and quality requirements.
Perform preventative maintenance on injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and manufacturing cell components in accordance with established schedules.
Adhere to preventative maintenance schedule.
Troubleshoot and repair of equipment.
Communicate actions and problem resolution to the next shift.
Perform routine checks on equipment; documents status; completes necessary reports.
Work from specifications, blueprint drawings, prints and other technical documentation.
Tear down; replace defective component units and parts such as injection molding machine, screw/barrels, check ring and nozzles, bearings, motors, servo motors, PLC's, gears, electronic drives, clutches, breaks, belts, chains and electrical parts.

Safety and Compliance

Move, install and adjust appliances, fixtures, motors and other electrical/mechanical equipment for safety.
Requests assistance from others for any problems beyond area of knowledge or expertise.
Uses a variety of hand and power tools.
Follow detailed instructions from others or written format.
Adheres to siffron Des Plaines safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures.
Actively speaks up and reports safety, environmental or quality concerns.

Additional Responsibilities

Verify parts and maintenance inventory and order replacement parts as needed.
Assist assembly operators, as needed.
Assist in handling material activities, when required.
Perform quality audits and inspections.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION, LICENSES, AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 1 year of hands‑on experience in setting up and running injection molding machines
Must be self-directed and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Experience working some maintenance, at a manufacturing facility.

SKILLS (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning, Other)

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Ability to read, write, and comprehend work orders.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Ability to work well with others or in an individual capacity.
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to work different shifts depending on what is required, preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively.
Able to work in a production environment.
Ability to stand, bend, and/or stoop
Able to walk, stand and otherwise perform job functions on concrete floors with safety boots/shoes.
Ability to work in manufacturing environment occasionally being exposed to dust, odors, fumes and noise.
Ability to work in extreme hot and cold weather.

siffron Benefits:

The hourly range for this role in Des Plaines, IL is $24.24 – $36.36. siffron considers several factors when determining and extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.