Process Technician

LV Search Partners; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LV Search Partners in Las Vegas is seeking a Process Technician – Extrusion Blow Molding to monitor, adjust, and optimize blow molding operations, ensuring safety, quality, and reliability across shifts.

Candidates should bring 3+ years of extrusion blow molding experience, strong process knowledge, and the ability to train operators. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem solving, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of extrusion blow molding experience.
• Strong knowledge of blow molding processes, equipment, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to optimize processes and make adjustments to improve quality and production performance.
• Experience with toolmaking, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or electronic systems is preferred.
• Previous experience training or mentoring technical or production employees is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and shifts.
• Flexible availability based on production and operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust critical process parameters to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Maintain consistent product quality and ensure production meets established specifications and standards.
• Troubleshoot and optimize blow molding processes to improve production efficiency, quality, and equipment performance.
• Verify raw materials are available, properly prepared, and free from defects before processing.
• Identify and communicate process inconsistencies or production issues across shifts.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to address process, equipment, or quality issues.
• Perform minor repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting on molds and blow molding equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, including assigned machines, tools, and equipment.
• Assist the Production Manager with training, coaching, and development of Machine Operators.
• Follow all company safety procedures, environmental policies, and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Blow molding

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Tooling knowledge

Training/mentoring

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Job description

Process Technician – Extrusion Blow Molding

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust critical process parameters to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Maintain consistent product quality and ensure production meets established specifications and standards.
• Troubleshoot and optimize blow molding processes to improve production efficiency, quality, and equipment performance.
• Verify raw materials are available, properly prepared, and free from defects before processing.
• Identify and communicate process inconsistencies or production issues across shifts.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to address process, equipment, or quality issues.
• Perform minor repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting on molds and blow molding equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, including assigned machines, tools, and equipment.
• Assist the Production Manager with training, coaching, and development of Machine Operators.
• Follow all company safety procedures, environmental policies, and OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of extrusion blow molding experience required.
• Strong knowledge of blow molding processes, equipment, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to optimize processes and make adjustments to improve quality and production performance.
• Experience with toolmaking, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or electronic systems is preferred.
• Previous experience training or mentoring technical or production employees is a plus.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and shifts.
• Flexible availability based on production and operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including shifts of 10+ hours.
• Regularly required to reach, climb, balance, and use hands to operate tools and equipment.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and work in various positions.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 60 pounds.
• Must have sufficient close vision to inspect products, molds, machinery, and equipment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.