Plastic Injection Molding Processing Apprentice – York, PA

Engel Machinery; York (York County); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship

Competitive benefits

Career advancement

Hands-on training

Job summary

ENGEL Machinery Inc in York, PA is hiring 2 Plastic Injection Molding Processing Apprentices to join its nationally recognized apprenticeship program. This paid training is designed for mechanically inclined individuals who want a long-term career in plastics manufacturing and injection molding processing.

You’ll receive hands-on training from industry experts while learning to optimize production, troubleshoot molding processes, and operate ENGEL technology.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined and enjoy hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up and process plastic injection molding machines.
• Assist with mold changes and production startups.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality.
• Troubleshoot processing issues and manufacturing defects.
• Work alongside experienced Processing Technicians.
• Complete structured classroom and hands-on training.
• Develop expertise with ENGEL injection molding equipment.
• Help improve efficiency, quality and production performance.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Hands-on learner

Curious

Dependable

Eager to learn

Comfortable in manufacturing

Team player

Education

Trade school certificate or equivalent

Tools

Injection molding equipment

Job description

Plastic Injection Molding Processing Apprentice ENGEL Machinery Inc Pay 23402500 per hour depending on experience Location York PA Launch Your Career in Plastic Injection Molding ENGEL Machinery Inc a global leader in plastic injection molding automation and robotics is hiring 2 Plastic Injection Molding Processing Apprentices to join its nationally recognized apprenticeship program This paid training program is designed for mechanically inclined individuals who want to build a long term career in plastics manufacturing and injection molding processing Youll receive hands on training from industry experts while learning how to optimize production troubleshoot molding processes and operate some of the most advanced injection molding technology in the world Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship youll transition into a full time Processing Technician role with excellent opportunities for career growth Applications accepted through August 14 2026

What Youll Learn

• Injection molding machine setup and operation
• Mold changes and processing fundamentals
• Process optimization and troubleshooting
• Scientific molding principles
• Material handling and resin characteristics
• Quality control and defect reduction
• Robotics and manufacturing automation
• Preventive maintenance and production best practices

What Youll Do

• Learn to set up and process plastic injection molding machines
• Assist with mold changes and production startups
• Monitor machine performance and product quality
• Troubleshoot processing issues and manufacturing defects
• Work alongside experienced Processing Technicians
• Complete structured classroom and hands on technical training
• Develop expertise with world class ENGEL injection molding equipment
• Help improve efficiency quality and production performance

What Were Looking For

• Mechanically inclined and enjoy hands on work
• Trade school graduates or individuals with manufacturing machine operation industrial maintenance plastics automotive or other technical experience
• Curious dependable and eager to learn new technical skills
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
• Interested in building a long term career in plastics processing and advanced manufacturing

What We Offer

• Scheduled pay increases every six months during the apprenticeship
• Competitive benefits package
• Career advancement with a global industry leader
• Schedule Monday Friday