Injection Molding Technician: Run 5 Machines, Mold Changes

Toyota Boshoku America; Lawrenceville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401k with Company Match

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

Bonus Incentives

Job summary

Toyota Boshoku America is seeking an Injection Molding Technician in Illinois (Lawrenceville) to operate and set up multiple injection machines and related equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and rapid problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The candidate will manage mold/color changes, perform maintenance, and work with kanban-driven changeovers. At least two years of mold experience is required, along with high school education, and the position offers hourly pay

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of injection mold experience (machines and robots) and manufacturing experience.
• Experience with problem solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set up, process and run up to 5 injection machines.
• Manage mold changes per kanban, set dies for runs and troubleshoot issues.
• Operate injection mold machines, mold changing equipment and overhead crane.
• Troubleshoot all molding equipment.
• Handle all mold changes and color changes.

Skills

Mold setup experience

Safety & quality focus

Quick learning

Adapt to change

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Mold changing equipment

Job description

Toyota Boshoku America is seeking an Injection Molding Technician in Illinois (Lawrenceville) to operate and set up multiple injection machines and related equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and rapid problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The candidate will manage mold/color changes, perform maintenance, and work with kanban-driven changeovers. At least two years of mold experience is required, along with high school education, and the position offers hourly pay