Injection Molding Technician - Medical Devices

BD; Alabama; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is a leading medical technology company seeking a Mold Attendant to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot injection molding equipment, ensuring consistent production of high-quality components. This role emphasizes safety, process control, and data recording on a 7AM–7PM A-Shift.

You will monitor cycles, inspect parts for defects, perform basic troubleshooting, and support material handling while maintaining a clean 5S workspace and strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read work instructions and safety procedures.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• GMP familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload molds into injection molding machines, ensuring proper alignment and secure setup.
• Monitor cycle times, temperatures, and pressures to detect deviations.
• Inspect molded parts for defects and take corrective actions as needed.
• Troubleshoot molding issues, including material feeding and ejection problems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on molds and machines, including cleaning and minor adjustments.
• Record production data such as quantities, scrap rates, and downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace following 5S principles.
• Follow safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout and PPE.
• Communicate production status with supervisors and engineers.
• Assist with material handling and resin loading.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Injection molding knowledge

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Physical strength

GMP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

BD is a leading medical technology company seeking a Mold Attendant to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot injection molding equipment, ensuring consistent production of high-quality components. This role emphasizes safety, process control, and data recording on a 7AM–7PM A-Shift.

You will monitor cycles, inspect parts for defects, perform basic troubleshooting, and support material handling while maintaining a clean 5S workspace and strict safety standards.