Process Technician 3rd shift (10 pm - 6 am)

Wise Plastics Technologies; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $3,000

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wise Plastics Technologies is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Process Technician for a full-time role in our Illinois facility. You will set up molds and equipment, troubleshoot processes, and perform preventive maintenance while maintaining accurate production data.

The position offers growth through a two-year training path to process engineering and possible supervisory advancement. We provide a competitive hourly wage ($28-$35), a $3,000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Must have 2-3 years as a Process Line Technician in injection molding.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and proactive problem solving.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Set up molds and production equipment including robots and automation.
• Troubleshoot injection molding processes and equipment; document findings.
• Perform shift preventive maintenance and TPM tasks; maintain data on process changes and downtime.
• Ensure processes run within established control limits.

Skills

Leadership

Team player

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

IQMS/ERP

Robot/ladder logic

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We're hiring experienced injection molding process technicians and here's why you should join our team!

Great Place to Work certified for 7 consecutive years...why? People and a family feel culture.

Great Pay:

Earn between $28 - $35 per hour depending on your level of experience

Sign-on bonus:

$3000 sign-on bonus!

Great Benefits:

medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and life insurance, 401k plan w/company match, 2 weeks of paid time off, 9 paid holidays and a tuition reimbursement benefit of up to $3000 annually!

Industry Respected and Stable Company:

Join a highly respected company with over 50 years of experience, offering growth and stability.

Modern Manufacturing Environment:

Work with high-tech equipment in a clean, state-of-the-art facility, with diverse and dynamic projects.

Career Advancement:

As a process technician, you can enter a 2-year training program to become a process engineer! You can also become a supervisor, get your master molder certificate and more!

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Sets up molds and production equipment including robots, auxiliary equipment, automation, etc.
• Troubleshoots and identifies root cause issues of injection molding process and production equipment and records findings and/or submits work orders.
• Performs established shift preventative maintenance and TPM tasks.
• Maintains production data collection to include process change, downtime, and setup time.
• Ensures all processes are running within established control limits.
• Prepares first and last piece shots for Quality Control. Partners with Quality Technicians to ensure quality standards are met.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participates in continuous improvement activities, including 5S standards.
• Assists in training operators and provides leadership in absence of Supervisor.
• Performs established audits.
• Participates in cross-functional meetings and activities.

Requirements

Minimum 2-3 years' experience as a Process Line Technician in injection molding. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, takes initiative and is proactive. Team player, able to apply critical thinking in order to solve problems, attention to detail, good communication skills both written and verbal. Demonstrated ability to work in a leadership capacity. Good interpersonal skills. Reliable and dependable. Able to adapt to frequent change and prioritize.

Preferred Skills / Knowledge

IQMS/ ERP system familiarity, scientific molding/decoupled molding, continuous improvement methodology, decision making, basic pick and place robotic knowledge (ladder logic).

Education Level / Required Certification

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Additional Information

Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, sit, walk, stand or balance and work within tight spaces. Ability to climb stairs and ladders. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. Exposure to noise and odor of plastic. Exposure to liquid colorants, alcohol, cleaning and slip agents. Requires use of personal protective equipment. Required to operate overhead crane and electric pallet jacks. Overtime as required. Other duties as assigned.

• sign-on bonus paid out over 24 months

Benefits

To view our benefits please visit our website www.wiseplastics.com/careers

Wise Plastics Technologies 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 status as a protected veteran.

Salary Description

$28-$35 per hour