Process Technican

Planet Group; Town of Richfield (WI); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Process Technician in Richfield, WI, to join a growing advanced manufacturing/medical manufacturing environment. You will set up injection molding presses, operate robotic systems, and optimize processes while ensuring tight quality standards.

In this permanent/direct-hire role, you will troubleshoot production issues, collaborate with engineering and tooling teams, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of plastics injection molding or related manufacturing experience.
• Experience setting up and troubleshooting injection molding equipment.
• Knowledge of mold setup and process optimization.
• Familiar with IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities.
• Experience with scientific molding techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start injection molding equipment and robotic systems for production.
• Load and verify machine programs to ensure efficient processing.
• Monitor production performance and troubleshoot processing issues.
• Perform mold setups and develop setup documentation.
• Support process development, validation, and qualification activities.
• Collaborate with engineering on process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow safety, quality, GMP, and documentation procedures.
• Maintain production efficiency while meeting quality and performance goals.

Skills

Injection molding

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or related education

Tools

RJG tooling

Kistler tooling

Injection molding robots programming

Job description

Job Title: Process Technician

Location: Richfield, WI

Pay Range: $30.00 - $35.00/hour + Sign-On Bonus

Work Hours: Monday-Friday | 12-hour Day Shift (7:00 AM-7:00 PM) or Night Shift (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)

Type of Employment (Contract, Contract to Hire, Permanent Hire): Permanent Hire (Direct Hire)

Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package

The Planet Group is currently seeking a Process Technician for a growing company in the advanced manufacturing/medical manufacturing industry. Qualified candidates must have experience with plastics injection molding, process setup, troubleshooting, and manufacturing operations.

Job Description

Join a growing, innovative manufacturer that supports leading healthcare and medical technology products. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Process Technician looking for long-term career growth with a stable organization that invests in its employees.

In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and starting injection molding presses, optimizing manufacturing processes, troubleshooting production issues, and ensuring quality standards are consistently met. You'll work closely with engineering and tooling teams to improve manufacturing performance while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and start injection molding equipment and robotic systems for production.
• Load and verify machine programs to ensure efficient processing.
• Monitor production performance and troubleshoot processing issues.
• Perform mold setups and develop setup documentation.
• Support process development, validation, and qualification activities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all safety, quality, GMP, and documentation procedures.
• Maintain production efficiency while meeting quality and performance goals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree or related education preferred.
• 5+ years of plastics injection molding or related manufacturing experience.
• Experience setting up and troubleshooting injection molding equipment.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with mold setup and process optimization.
• Familiarity with validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and qualification studies is preferred.
• Experience with scientific molding techniques is preferred.
• Knowledge of instrumented tooling (RJG, Kistler, or similar) is a plus.
• Experience programming injection molding robots is preferred.
• Ability to work a 12-hour day or night shift.
• Forklift and Lockout/Tagout certification preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation--connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S., The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results by building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

EEOC Compliance Statement

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.