Lead Process Technician – Injection Molding & Molds

Nolato AB; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Nolato San Antonio is seeking a Process Technician to maintain molds and run production efficiently. You will train personnel in molding machine operations, set up, start and approve production runs, and monitor process parameters to meet quality standards.

This role reports to the Operations Manager and may act as Shift Supervisor in their absence. Nolato offers a collaborative culture, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Math aptitude required.
• Good communication skills.
• Over 5 years experience with injection molding.

Responsibilities

• Train personnel in molding machine operations so that they can perform their jobs in a safe productive manner.
• Set-up, start and approve production runs using accepted Nolato quality standards. Update and maintain set up sheets and process sheets.
• Diagnose and correct problems with the molding processes, including molds, set ups and automation, etc.
• Recommend tooling changes that will improve the process capability.
• Monitor molding parameters, using approved techniques such as SPC/SQC, to ensure conformance to quality guidelines and standard cycles.
• Initiate MCA's and work orders to correct problems with molds, molding machines, and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform minor record keeping tasks. This includes, but may not be limited to, recording cavitation levels, downtime reasons, machine logs, process adjustment notations on Process Control Charts, etc.
• Do regular preventive maintenance to the molds, such as cleaning and greasing.
• Perform as acting Shift Supervisor in the absence of the Shift Supervisor.
• Strive to be a contributive and supportive member of our Nolato San Antonio organization, displaying a cooperative and positive attitude towards our company, including its policies, procedures and employees.

Skills

Math aptitude

Communication skills

Injection molding experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nolato San Antonio is seeking a Process Technician to maintain molds and run production efficiently. You will train personnel in molding machine operations, set up, start and approve production runs, and monitor process parameters to meet quality standards.

This role reports to the Operations Manager and may act as Shift Supervisor in their absence. Nolato offers a collaborative culture, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package.