Process Technician

American Plastics; Kingman (AZ); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefit package

401k

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading plastics manufacturer is seeking a Process Technician at their Kingman, AZ location. The role involves monitoring production quality, troubleshooting molding machines, and ensuring operational efficiency. Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years' experience in injection molding, strong communication skills, and the ability to work a 12-hour shift. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401k.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a process technician in injection molding.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the USA.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain standard cycle times and part quality.
• Establish new processes and perform mold sets.
• Troubleshoot issues on Injection Molding machines.

Skills

Monitoring standard cycle times

Understanding specification sheets

Operating computer-controlled presses

Troubleshooting Injection Molding machines

Effective Communication Skills

Tools

Engel

Milacron

Battenfeld

UBE

HPM

Wittman Robots

Servpro Robots

Job description

American Plastics, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative plastic‑injection molded products for the household & garage storage and commercial cleaning end‑markets. We are searching for a Process Technician for our Kingman, AZ location. This position will report to the Production Manager.

• Monitor and maintain standard cycle times and part quality
• Be able to understand and communicate the information provided within the job packet pertaining to specification sheet, standard routing, B.O.M.’s, scrap reports and quality requirements
• Be able to identify all resins used in molding operation including regrind and the associated usage percentage
• Must understand and operate the operator interface ‘CRT’ screen on computer‑controlled presses, including all screens required to control the process
• Must be able to establish a new process, do mold sets, Robot Programming and start a machine based upon settings in Mold Books/QR Code.
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of hot runner systems, Valve Gates, and standard sprue molds
• Troubleshoot issues on Injection Molding machines and Robots.
• Other duties as assigned by Management

Fixed Schedule

All (4) shifts A, B, C, D are scheduled on a 2/2/3. This schedule gives you a 3‑day weekend every other week! The schedule pattern consists of four 12‑hour shifts who work two days in a row, get two days off and then work another three days, which results in only 14 working days each month!

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States of America
• Pass a Pre‑Employment Drug Screen & Authorize Background Check
• Must be able to work a 12‑Hour Shift
• Knowledge of operating the following Injection molding machines a must, such as: Engel, Milacron, Battenfeld, UBE and HPM’s
• Knowledge with Wittman and Servpro Robots preferred.
• Organized, detail oriented, team player with a sense of urgency
• Resourceful, with ability to apply critical problem‑solving skills
• Effective Communication Skills
• Applicant must have 2 plus years’ experience as a process tech in injection molding or similar process
• Follow departmental documentation procedures
• 5S and Lock Out Tag Out experience preferred

Benefits

If you are interested in joining the American Plastics team and want to work in a fast‑paced, progressive environment, we want to hear from you. We offer a competitive salary, full benefit package including medical/dental, 401k, and paid vacation.