Process Technician

Aerotek; Elgin (IL); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Aerotek is hiring a Process Technician to set up, operate, and maintain injection molding and related facility equipment in a clean manufacturing environment in Elgin, IL. You will ensure efficient production, quality, and equipment reliability while handling mold changeovers and forklift movements in a structured cell setting.

The role requires hands-on experience with Toyo and Arburg presses, blueprints interpretation, and a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Formación

• 3+ years of injection molding experience.
• Hands-on with setting up and operating Toyo/Arburg presses.
• Experience in mold setup and changeover.
• Preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Forklift operation to move molds and equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and production docs.
• Knowledge of basic quality principles in plastics manufacturing.

Responsabilidades

• Set up injection molding equipment according to production requirements.
• Configure and prepare facility equipment to support injection molding operations.
• Operate injection molding machinery within cells for safe and efficient production.
• Perform mold changeovers to meet production schedules.
• Move molds and equipment using forklifts.
• Execute preventative maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Inspect molds, machines, and parts to verify quality.
• Read blueprints and production docs to ensure correct setup.
• Monitor operation and adjust to maintain process stability and quality.
• Follow safety and quality procedures across all tasks.

Conocimientos

Injection molding operations

Mold setup & changeover

Preventative maintenance

Forklift operation

Blueprints/technical docs reading

Quality inspection

Process stability adjustments

Herramientas

Toyo injection molding press

Arburg injection molding press

Robotics in molding

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Process Technician

Job Description

The Process Technician sets up, operates, and maintains injection molding and facility equipment in a clean manufacturing environment, ensuring efficient production, consistent quality, and reliable equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Set up injection molding equipment, including Toyo and Arburg injection molding presses and associated robotics, according to production requirements and specifications.
• Configure and prepare facility equipment to support injection molding operations and maintain optimal production flow.
• Set up and operate injection molding machinery within designated cells, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent operation.
• Perform mold changeovers, including safely removing and installing molds from racks and machines to meet production schedules.
• Use sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move molds and related equipment from racks and storage areas to production cells.
• Maintain and execute preventative maintenance programs on all facility equipment to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Conduct routine inspections of molds, machines, and finished plastic parts to verify quality and adherence to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and production documentation to ensure correct setup, operation, and quality standards.
• Monitor machine operation, identify potential issues, and make adjustments to maintain process stability and product quality.
• Follow established safety procedures and quality standards throughout all setup, operation, and maintenance activities.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with injection molding processes or in a similar process technician role.
• Hands-on experience setting up and operating injection molding machines, including Toyo and Arburg presses.
• Proficiency in mold setup and changeover for plastic injection molding operations.
• Demonstrated ability to complete consistent preventative maintenance tasks on manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts to safely move molds and equipment.
• Strong understanding of machine operation within injection molding cells, including start-up, shutdown, and adjustment procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections of plastic parts and equipment to ensure quality standards are met.
• Capability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation related to molds and production requirements.
• Knowledge of basic quality principles as they apply to injection molding and plastics manufacturing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in plastics manufacturing or mold-related production environments.
• Familiarity with robotics integrated with injection molding presses.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to equipment setup and maintenance.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established procedures.
• Ability to work effectively on second or third shift in a production environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a stable, supportive culture where many team members have built long-term careers of 10 years or more. The organization offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan, providing strong support for both health and financial well-being. The environment emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and long-term growth opportunities.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean injection mold manufacturing facility, working on either second shift (2:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m.) or third shift (10:30 p.m. 7:00 a.m.). The work involves frequent interaction with injection molding presses, robotics, molds, and forklifts in a structured production cell environment. Employees follow standard safety practices and operate within a well-maintained, organized facility focused on high-quality plastics manufacturing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elgin, IL.