Lead Injection Molding Process Technician Job

gpac; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day workweek

Every Friday off

Relocation assistance available

Health, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Lead Injection Molding Process Technician in Central Iowa. You will lead daily processing activities, set and optimize mold parameters, and troubleshoot defects with a hands-on leadership approach.

The role offers a four-day workweek and relocation support for the right candidate. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of hands-on injection molding experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a track record of mentoring technicians in a modern, all-electric mold shop.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on injection molding processing experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience developing and optimizing molding processes.
• Knowledge of RJG Decoupled Molding.
• Leadership, mentoring or training experience.
• Ability to analyze root causes and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily injection molding processing activities.
• Set, align and secure molds in molding machines.
• Establish and optimize molding process parameters.
• Troubleshoot molding defects, equipment issues and process problems.
• Monitor production, quality and process performance.
• Apply scientific molding and RJG principles.
• Collaborate with engineering and production on improvements.
• Train and mentor Process Technicians.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate process documentation.
• Assist with SOPs and work instructions.
• Promote safe work practices and quality standards.

Skills

Injection molding

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Leadership

Training/mentoring

Root cause analysis

Tools

RJG Decoupled Molding

Mold setups & changeovers

Sepro robotics (preferred)

Job description

Lead Injection Molding Process Technician Job

Ready to lead the process, work with modern all-electric molding equipment, and have every Friday off?

We are seeking an experienced Lead Injection Molding Process Technician to take a hands-on leadership role within a growing manufacturing operation in Central, Iowa.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced processor who enjoys troubleshooting, improving processes, developing other technicians, and working with modern injection molding technology.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily injection molding processing activities
• Set, align and secure molds in injection molding machines
• Establish and optimize molding process parameters
• Troubleshoot molding defects, equipment issues and process problems
• Monitor production, quality and process performance
• Apply scientific molding and RJG Decoupled Molding principles
• Work with engineering and production teams on process improvements
• Train and mentor Process Technicians
• Support continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate process documentation
• Assist with SOPs and work instructions
• Promote safe work practices and strong quality standards

Must-Have Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on injection molding processing experience – REQUIRED
• Strong injection molding troubleshooting skills
• Experience developing, adjusting and optimizing molding processes
• Knowledge of RJG Decoupled Molding
• Strong understanding of process equipment and control systems
• Experience with mold setups and changeovers
• Ability to analyze processing problems and determine root causes
• Previous leadership, training or mentoring experience
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Experience

• Scientific molding experience
• RJG Master Molder training or certification
• Haitian or Zhafir injection molding experience
• Sepro robot or automation experience
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma knowledge
• Proto@type or short-run molding experience

Why You'll Want to Work Here

• 4-day workweek – Monday through Thursday
• Every Friday off
• Recently upgraded all-electric injection molding equipment
• Clean, quiet and fully climate-controlled facility
• Hands-on leadership opportunity
• In-house tooling and product development capabilities
• Relocation assistance available
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plan

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