Precision Injection Molding Process Technician

Accumold; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Accumold in Ankeny, IA seeks a Process Technician to set up, monitor, and optimize injection molding processes. The role involves process startups, changeovers, and collaboration with engineering to ensure consistent quality and equipment performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting and quality control skills, experience in molding, and a commitment to safety. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities for hands-on training and growth.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting for equipment, mold, and process problems.
• Quality control skills to monitor product output and inspect data.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret technical specs.
• Experience with setting and adjusting molding parameters.
• Familiar with safety and quality standards in manufacturing.
• Experience in injection molding or manufacturing preferred.
• High school diploma required; technical coursework or certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, monitor, and adjust injection molding processes for quality.
• Perform process startups and changeovers to maintain production flow.
• Troubleshoot equipment and mold issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure product quality and process efficiency.
• Document process parameters and collaborate with engineering for improvements.
• Support root-cause analysis and preventive maintenance activities.
• Train production staff on operating procedures, safety, and best practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Process optimization

Preventive maintenance

Training

Reading drawings

Math & measurement

Safety standards

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma

Technical coursework or certificates

Job description

Accumold in Ankeny, IA seeks a Process Technician to set up, monitor, and optimize injection molding processes. The role involves process startups, changeovers, and collaboration with engineering to ensure consistent quality and equipment performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting and quality control skills, experience in molding, and a commitment to safety. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities for hands-on training and growth.