Molding Process Technician (Monday - Thursday, 2:00pm - 12:00am)

Colder Products Company; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colder Products Company (CPC) in Ohio seeks an Injection Molding Technician to lead process development and maintain high-quality molding operations. You will work on size, appearance, flash, cycle time and drive continuous improvement in a regulated environment.

The role requires 5–7 years in plastic processing with injection molding experience, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred.
• 5-7 years experience in plastic processing with injection molding.
• 2+ years of Injection Molding experience.
• Experience in medical & biopharmaceutical industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop Injection Molding /Scientific Molding processes to bring parts into specifications for size, appearance, flash, splay, cycle time.
• Ensure presses are started and running to standard process and troubleshoot issues not up to standards.
• Develop and maintain standard operator instructions, set-up sheets and process set-up sheets.
• Be able to process a variety of engineering-type materials.
• Participate in developing action plans to resolve problems with safety, quality, production and delivery.
• Document improvements and problems with molds, presses, secondary, etc.
• Must be capable and willing to perform all duties associated with changing injection molds (material set up, mold change, set process) and inspect parts for quality adherence.
• Proactively engage and support company policies to promote a culture of safe working environment and continual improvement.

Skills

Injection Molding

Scientific Molding

Problem Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Quality Assurance

Education

High School Diploma

2-year Technical Degree preferred

Job description

Who We Are At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets. But what sets us apart? Our people. We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? You’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

Responsibilities

• Develop Injection Molding /Scientific Molding processes to bring parts into specifications for size, appearance, flash, splay, cycle time.
• Ensure presses are started and running to standard process and trouble shoot any issues not up to standards.
• Develop and maintain standard operator instructions, set-up sheets and process set-up sheets.
• Be able to process a variety of engineering-type materials.
• Participate in developing action plans to resolve problems with safety, quality, production and delivery.
• Document improvements and problems with molds, presses, secondary, etc.
• Must be capable and willing to perform all duties associated with changing injection molds (material set up, mold change, set process (Press and robot) and inspect parts for quality adherence) Identify quality defects in the molding process.
• Basic maintenance of tooling.
• Bag, Label, and inspect parts to be put away.
• Proactively engage and support company policies to promote a culture of safe working environment and continual improvement.
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Basic Requirements: High School Diploma; 2-year Technical Degree preferred.
• 5-7 years’ experience in plastic processing of molding machines with experience in injection molding and have working knowledge of various mold concepts.
• 2+ years of Injection Molding experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience and working knowledge of scientific molding. (IQ / OQ / PQ).
• Prior experience working in medical & biopharmaceutical industries preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication, computer literacy, basic program management skills, problem solving techniques, strong organizational skills.
• Self-starter and able to solve problems correctly using own initiative, analysis, creativity.
• Strong attention to detail and proven accuracy.
• Proven ability to work independently, multitask and to collaborate cross functionally.
• This role may require less than 5% of travel domestically. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.

Pay

Pay Range: USD 30.00 - 35.00 Hourly

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.