Mold Process Technician - 1st Shift

Schulte Staffing Solutions; Reading (MA); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Shift differential

Competitive hourly pay

Résumé du poste

Schulte Staffing Solutions in Reading, MA seeks an experienced Mold Process Technician to set up, troubleshoot, and optimize plastic injection molding processes for consistent quality and efficient production.

The role requires hands-on knowledge of injection molding equipment, parameter adjustments, mold setups, and defect troubleshooting. Shift options include multiple schedules with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an injection molding manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with injection molding processing, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to independently establish and adjust molding process parameters.
• Experience diagnosing molding defects and implementing process corrections.
• Knowledge of injection molding machines, molds, auxiliary equipment, and engineering plastics.

Responsabilités

• Independently set up molds and injection molding machines for production.
• Monitor and adjust processing parameters to maintain part quality.
• Start up production jobs and ensure proper machine operation.
• Troubleshoot defects, material issues, and processing inconsistencies.
• Adjust processes to improve stability, quality, and efficiency.
• Assist with mold debugging, testing, and qualification.
• Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, improve cycle times, and productivity.
• Read blueprints, specifications, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with production and technical teams to resolve challenges.

Connaissances

Injection molding

Process troubleshooting

Mold setup

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Independent worker

Reading technical specs

Outils

Injection molding machines

Molds and auxiliary equipment

Description du poste

Schulte Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Mold Process Technician for a well-established manufacturing company in Reading, MA. This is a hands‑on technical position focused on setting up, troubleshooting, and optimizing plastic injection molding processes to ensure consistent product quality and efficient production. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with injection molding equipment, process parameter adjustments, mold setups, and troubleshooting molding defects. We are looking for a technician who can work independently, solve complex processing challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Available Shifts

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM | $35–$45/hr
• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM | $35–$45/hr + $0.25/hr shift differential
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM | $35–$45/hr + $0.50/hr shift differential

Key Responsibilities

• Independently set up molds and injection molding machines for production.
• Establish, monitor, and adjust processing parameters to maintain consistent part quality.
• Start up production jobs and ensure proper machine operation.
• Troubleshoot injection molding defects, material issues, and processing inconsistencies.
• Make necessary adjustments to optimize process stability, quality, and efficiency.
• Assist with mold debugging, testing, and qualification.
• Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, improve cycle times, and increase productivity.
• Work with engineering resins, including PC, ABS, PBT, PMMA, POM, and similar materials.
• Operate and troubleshoot injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical specifications, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with production and technical teams to resolve processing challenges.
• Follow established safety procedures and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Ideally 5+ years of experience in an injection molding manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands‑on experience with injection molding processing, setup, and troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to independently establish and adjust molding process parameters.
• Experience diagnosing common molding defects and implementing effective process corrections.
• Knowledge of injection molding machines, molds, auxiliary equipment, and engineering‑grade plastics.
• Familiarity with PC, ABS, PBT, PMMA, POM, or comparable resins.
• Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and manufacturing work instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Important Position Requirements

This is a process‑focused technical role, not primarily a machine maintenance position. Qualified candidates must have direct, hands‑on experience establishing, troubleshooting, adjusting, and optimizing injection molding processes. Experience limited to machine operation or mechanical maintenance without injection molding processing expertise will not meet the primary requirements of this position.

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly compensation of $35 - $45, depending on experience.
• Multiple shifts available.
• Opportunity to work in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on technical role with opportunities to apply and expand specialized processing skills.
• Collaborative manufacturing environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.