Process Technician

Aerotek; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Process Technician in Auburn Hills, MI to support plastic extrusion and injection molding operations. You will diagnose production issues and adjust temperatures, material flow, and cycle times to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.

Join a skilled team in a high-volume setting with on-the-job training for equipment. This permanent, fully onsite role offers a pay range of $41,600 to $58,000 per year and benefits beginning the first month after hire.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of plastic injection processing experience.
• 3+ years of crane and forklift experience.
• Hands-on troubleshooting for burns, splays, shorts, and discolorations on plastic parts.
• Strong knowledge of temperature, material flow, and cycle-time optimization.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot extrusion and injection molding to resolve burns, splays, shorts, and discolorations on parts.
• Adjust temperatures, material flow, and cycle times to meet production requirements.
• Operate and support multiple extrusion lines and plastic injection presses (approx. 400–1,500 tons).
• Collaborate in 2-person teams within a 4-person shift crew for continuous operation.

Skills

Plastic processing

Crane & forklift

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Process Technician

Job Description

• The Process Technician supports plastic extrusion and injection molding operations on by diagnosing and correcting production issues such as burns, splays, discolorations, and shorts
• This role focuses on adjusting temperatures, material flow, and cycle times across a variety of presses to ensure consistent part quality and efficient production
• You will work as part of a small, skilled team in a high-volume manufacturing environment and receive training on specific equipment if you bring a solid foundation in plastics processing

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot plastic extrusion and injection molding processes to resolve issues such as burns, splays, shorts, and discolorations on parts
• Adjust machine temperatures, material flow, and cycle times to maintain consistent product quality and meet production requirements
• Operate and support multiple plastic extrusion lines and plastic injection presses ranging from approximately 400 to 1,500 tons
• Collaborate in 2-person teams within a 4-person shift crew to ensure smooth, continuous operation of all assigned equipment in the manufacturing plants

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of plastic injection processing experience
• At least 3 years of crane and Hilo (forklift) experience
• Hands-on experience with first-piece troubleshooting for burns, splays, shorts, and discoloration on plastic parts
• Strong knowledge of plastic processing principles, including temperature settings, material flow, and cycle time optimization

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $58000.00/yr.

Direct Hire, benefits start 1st of the month following hire date

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us