Mold Technician - Injection Molding Troubleshooter

ITW Automotive; Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

ITW Deltar Fasteners in Frankfort, IL is hiring a Mold Technician to set up and operate plastic injection molding machines and related equipment, ensuring quality parts and efficient processes. The role requires hands-on experience, safety awareness, and the ability to perform adjustments and troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include mold installation, equipment setup, process control, first/last part inspection, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Mold Technician Apprenticeship program, or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of the Routsis Training Program, or equivalent.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Minimum 1 ½ years of technical experience with plastic injection molding, along with hands on experience with raw materials, mold set-up, and troubleshooting skills for electric injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. (Preferred)
• Qualified candidate will possess a good work ethic, are reliable, and dedicated to quality. Must enjoy a fast-paced environment
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office are a plus
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal (English)
• Team player who demonstrates the ability to relate to employees at all levels of the organization
• 3-5 years of Mold Technician experience, preferred
• Individuals who demonstrate the above requirements will also be considered even with no experience.
• Mechanically inclined (hand tools, math, reasoning, 100% hands-on position)
• Ability to operate an overhead crane and hoist.

Responsibilities

• Installation of molds in the injection molding machine, which includes making machine adjustments, heats, injection pressure, and cycle times for wide range of plastic engineering materials to ensure proper quality and function of parts
• Set up and adjust assembly equipment, auxiliary equipment, and robots to achieve proper assembly, product containment, and product packaging
• Ensure part/material containment measures are implemented
• Responsible for part quality associated to their set up and processing parameters, including first off and last off.
• Troubleshoot molding problems to resolve issues such as flash, short shots, quality of parts
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis of factors affecting overall product quality
• Identify Continuous Improvement ideas associated within daily duties and overall cell performance and 5S
• Disassemble and assemble mud bases
• Use computer, dial/digital calipers, gauges, hand tools, hand/powered pallet jacks, fork trucks, and overhead cranes.
• Follow safety rules and keep the work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Other tasks and duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Strong attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mold Technician Apprenticeship program

Routsis Training Program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ITW Deltar Fasteners in Frankfort, IL is hiring a Mold Technician to set up and operate plastic injection molding machines and related equipment, ensuring quality parts and efficient processes. The role requires hands-on experience, safety awareness, and the ability to perform adjustments and troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include mold installation, equipment setup, process control, first/last part inspection, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement within