Molding Process Technician

AptarGroup, Inc.; Congers (NY); On-site; USD 49,593 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company matching

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

AptarGroup, Inc. is seeking a Molding Process Technician for weekend shifts in Congers, NY. You will install, adjust, and troubleshoot injection molding equipment and set up molds for changes.

This role requires strong mechanical skills, blueprints reading, and the ability to work safely in a clean room environment. You will perform maintenance, document issues, and help ensure product quality while following ISO standards.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with injection molding equipment including machine adjustment and mold installation/removal.
• Familiarity with automation 6/3 robotics and general plastics knowledge.
• Detail oriented with good math and measurement abilities.
• Able to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work different shifts and maintain clean room practices.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove and adjust injection molding machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot molding machines and resolve process failures.
• Set up molds for all mold changes and assist maintenance.
• Train employees on procedures and document issues.
• Maintain records and ensure product quality and compliance.
• Support safety, ISO standards and scrap reduction efforts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Injection molding experience

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Math aptitude

Computer skills

Shift flexibility

Continuous improvement

Clean room operation

Physical strength 50 lb

Tools

6 axis robot

Grinder

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Molding Process Technician (Weekends)

Responsibilities

• Utilize mechanical skills to install, remove and adjust injection molding machinery and equipment
• Troubleshoot injection molding machines, follow process to resolve failures, other problems
• Perform set-up of molds for all mold changes
• Assist in preventative maintenance and repair of molding machines, molds and peripherals (robots)
• Coordinate and set up machines, robots and other equipment performing necessary tests to ensure company compliance. Train employees in the correct procedures for operation as needed.
• Perform cleaning and general maintenance tasks
• Maintain a safe work environment following company's safety, ISO standards
• Achieve adequate production levels while maintaining the expected product quality
• Ensure molded components meet all product quality criteria including dimensional criteria
• Communicate to supervisor and other technicians and document all technical information and issues
• Participate in reducing the rate of scrap
• Assist in training employees in proper work methods for safe and efficient performance of job duties.
• Maintain records, files and other documentation pertinent to assignments.
• Assume additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and mechanical skills.
• 1-3 years of experience working with injection molding equipment including machine adjustment, troubleshooting and mold installation and removal
• Familiarity with automation 6/3 robotics
• General knowledge of plastic materials and processes
• Detail oriented
• Ability to implement and tune all peripherals (6 axis robot, grinder)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mathematical aptitude
• Ability to read blueprints, use precision measuring/inspection tools
• Effective computer skills, documentation, reporting, file management and web skills
• Ability to work different shifts
• Continual improvement mindset. Self-learner, trend of continuous learning
• Ability to work and operate machinery in a clean room environment.
• Physically capable of the required work including but not limited to: extensive use of manual dexterity, ability to grip, firmly hold, turn, and practice strong hand coordination in order to troubleshoot, service and repair industrial equipment, and use hand tools to perform the same. Ability to regularly stand, walk, and bend during performance of essential job duties. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Understands and practices safe working procedures. Observes safety rules and policies; brings to management's attention any unsafe acts or conditions.

Shift Details

Thursday - Sunday and Friday - Sunday 6pm - 6:30am

Benefits

• An exciting, diverse and value‑based working environment
• Award‑winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k plan with company matching benefit, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and more

Compensation

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is USD $36.00 to $45.00 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Aptar also offers a variety of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) match and employer retirement savings contribution, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, company‑paid holidays, and more. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on location, pay class, or other factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aptar is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.