Plastic Injection Molding Machine Technician

Pretium Packaging - USA; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging - USA is seeking a Plastic Injection Molding Machine Technician to join one of three shifts. You will set up and operate plastic molding machines, monitor performance during production runs, and adjust process parameters to maintain quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, quality inspection, and quick troubleshooting to minimize downtime, while following safety protocols and keeping the work area orderly throughout the shift.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate plastic molding machines following established procedures and specifications.
• Continuously monitor machines in cycle, verify proper operation, and adjust parameters as needed to maintain performance.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic preventative tasks to keep equipment running optimally.
• Inspect finished parts, confirm quality standards, and make process tweaks to correct any variances.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues quickly to minimize downtime.
• Track raw material levels and notify supervisor when supplies need to be replenished.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, orderly work area throughout the shift.

Job description

Plastic Injection Molding Machine TechnicianHiring for 1st/2nd/3rd ShiftA day in this roleWhether you join our 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, you start by preparing your workstation and reviewing the production plan. You’ll configure plastic molding equipment to spec, bring machines online, and keep a vigilant eye on how each run is performing. Throughout your shift, you’ll balance quality, safety, and uptime—making smart adjustments and solving problems as they arise.What you’ll doSet up and operate plastic molding machines following established procedures and specifications.Continuously monitor machines in cycle, verify proper operation, and adjust parameters when needed to maintain performance.Perform routine maintenance and basic preventative tasks to keep equipment running optimally.Inspect finished parts, confirm quality standards, and make process tweaks to correct any variances.Troubleshoot and resolve production issues quickly to minimize downtime.Track raw material levels and notify your supervisor when supplies need to be replenished.Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, orderly work area throughout the shift.Other duties as assigned.Your impactYour attention to detail keeps machines humming and products within spec, ensuring every order ships on time and to quality expectations.