Molding Process Technician — Growth & Training

ALPLA Group; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Hands-on training

Job summary

ALPLA Group in Lima, OH, is seeking a skilled supervisor for the Molding Department to manage performance, quality, and reliability of molding machines. You will monitor critical parameters, ensure defect-free inputs, and drive process optimization across shifts.

The role requires three years in blow/injection molding, experience with ALPLA equipment is preferred, and you will train operators while maintaining safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in blow molding or injection molding environments.
• Experience with ALPLA equipment preferred.
• Ability to train technical personnel and prioritize safety.
• Strong communication and teamwork to operate in a unionized plant.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance, quality, efficiency and reliability of all molding machines.
• Monitor critical parameters to ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Ensure quality product is produced and processes are optimized.
• Coordinate with Materials for raw materials availability and defect-free input.
• Identify, monitor and report discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Make minor repairs to molds and molding equipment.
• Supervise cleanliness and order of machines and tools.
• Assist Production Manager in training Machine Operators.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or technical degree

Tools

Molding equipment

Maintenance tools

Job description

ALPLA Group in Lima, OH, is seeking a skilled supervisor for the Molding Department to manage performance, quality, and reliability of molding machines. You will monitor critical parameters, ensure defect-free inputs, and drive process optimization across shifts.

The role requires three years in blow/injection molding, experience with ALPLA equipment is preferred, and you will train operators while maintaining safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.