Plastic Process Technician: Mold Changeover & Automation

Boge-Rubber-; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Boge-Rubber- is seeking a production operator to support plastic molding operations in a fast-paced facility. You will perform mold changeovers, operate presses and robotics, and ensure safety and efficiency in daily production tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and typically 6 months to 1 year of plastic operations experience. Candidates must be able to read procedures, write concise reports, and work in a noisy plant environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports, business correspondence, procedures and/or work instructions.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of management, associates, customers, and public.

Responsibilities

• Change over plastic injection presses and secondary equipment with safety considerations.
• Keep an overview of the inventory to ensure customer shipments.
• Perform daily mold PM’s.
• Write work orders for maintenance personnel for equipment breakdowns.
• Ensure the proper resin is used during press changeover.
• Troubleshoot presses and adjust settings as needed.
• Adjust robots and sprue pickers for proper handling of parts.
• Start up and shut down production, including chillers, compressors, and dryers.

Skills

Reading & interpretation

Mathematics

Reasoning ability

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

Boge-Rubber- is seeking a production operator to support plastic molding operations in a fast-paced facility. You will perform mold changeovers, operate presses and robotics, and ensure safety and efficiency in daily production tasks.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and typically 6 months to 1 year of plastic operations experience. Candidates must be able to read procedures, write concise reports, and work in a noisy plant environment.