Injection Molding Technician

People-Architects; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

People Architects is seeking a Process Mold Technician to support our plastics injection molding operations in Elyria, Ohio. The PMT will set up injection molds and secondary equipment, adjust processing parameters, and help maintain smooth production.

The role emphasizes minimizing downtime, optimizing molding processes, and ensuring safety compliance, with a need for hands-on mechanical skills and willingness to learn Scientific Molding.

Qualifications

• Plastics injection molding: 3 years (Required).
• Willing to learn Scientific Molding principles.
• Strong mechanical ability and hand tools proficiency.
• Experience setting up molds in plastic injection molding machines.
• Experience operating a tow motor/forklift.

Responsibilities

• Setup injection molds in molding machines and secondary equipment.
• Establish and adjust processing parameters to specifications.
• Assist in material preparation, drying, mixing and feeding systems.
• Minimize downtime through planning and time management.
• Optimize molding processes and monitor equipment performance.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and coordinate with maintenance.
• Ensure safety regulations and company policies are followed.

Skills

Process Mold Setup

Mechanical Aptitude

Forklift Operation

Scientific Molding

Mold Setup Knowledge

Tools

Forklift

Injection Molding Equipment

Job description

People Architects is recruiting for a Process Mold Technician for our direct client.

The PMT will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the plastic injection molding processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up our injection molding machines and secondary/auxiliary equipment. This position requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a passion for ensuring the smooth operation of production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setup injection molds in injection molding machines and secondary/auxiliary equipment.
• Establish and adjust processing parameters to specifications.
• Aid in preparing and setting up material by managing drying, mixing, and feeding systems.
• Minimize downtime through effective planning and time management.
• Assist in optimizing injection molding processes, including adjusting machine settings, monitoring equipment performance, and making necessary changes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on machines and tooling, working with maintenance teams for more complex repairs.
• Ensure all technical activities are carried out in compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment

Technical Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years experience as Process Mold Technician.
• Experience and/or willingness to learn Scientific Molding principles.
• Solid mechanical ability and understanding of hand tools for setting up equipment.
• Understanding of setting up molds in plastic injection molding machines.
• Experience using a tow motor/forklift.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and walk throughout the shift, up to 12 hours at a time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to crouch, bend and reach to access equipment and perform maintenance or setup tasks.
• Must have manual dexterity for handling small components, operating machinery and performing precise adjustments.
• Use of PPE as required by task and area of work.

Team Metrics:

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Be proactive, attentive and prioritize plant demands
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Be interested in learning

Compensation is directly related to qualifications.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Plastics injection molding: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person