Lead Thermoset Process Tech for Injection Molding

Sanmina Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Addison, IL is seeking a Thermoset Lead Process Technician to lead our plastics processing team on the shop floor. You will oversee resin processing, mold setup, quality control and production safety.

Responsibilities include keeping presses running, troubleshooting parameter issues, maintaining ERP data, training staff, and driving 5S, process improvements and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of plastics processing experience in injection molding.
• Ability to communicate in English and Spanish (written/orally).
• Comfortable using basic computer software (Outlook, Excel and Word).
• Thermosets experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Setup molds in injection and compression molding presses.
• Maintain press uptime during shifts by keeping machines full of material.
• Troubleshoot press parameters to produce parts within specification.
• Ensure all employees on shift are performing duties up to job expectations.
• Maintain operation conditions within set tolerances.
• Recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.
• Set up and monitor molding machines, adjust barrel/mold temperatures and ensure proper curing
• Resolve batch defects, flow marks, or premature curing issues on the production floor.
• Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Maintain 5S at the workstation and all areas of the plant.
• Maintain and evaluate operator training. Maintain training records and production skills matrix.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Injection molding experience

English communication

Spanish communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Word

ERP systems

Job description

Sanmina Corporation in Addison, IL is seeking a Thermoset Lead Process Technician to lead our plastics processing team on the shop floor. You will oversee resin processing, mold setup, quality control and production safety.

Responsibilities include keeping presses running, troubleshooting parameter issues, maintaining ERP data, training staff, and driving 5S, process improvements and on-time delivery.