Process Technician B shift 7pm-7am

IPL Schoeller; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging manufacturer in Lee's Summit, Missouri is looking for an experienced Plastic Injection Processing Technician. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of injection molding experience and knowledge of plastics materials. Responsibilities include setting up and optimizing molds, troubleshooting defects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. You will work closely with maintenance and quality teams to ensure efficient production processes. This is an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic production team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of injection molding processing experience, preferably with Husky or similar equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and adjust hydraulic and pneumatic processes.
• Familiarity with scientific molding concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start injection molding machines and molds.
• Develop and optimize processing parameters for quality.
• Troubleshoot and adjust for molding defects.

Skills

Injection molding processing experience

Knowledge of plastics materials

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Flexibility for shifts and overtime

Job description

Overview

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants). The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs approximately 4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees).

The role

We are seeking a skilled Plastic Injection Processing Technician to join our production team in Lee's Summit, Missouri. This role is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and optimizing molding processes to ensure consistent part quality and efficient machine performance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and start up injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment.
• Develop and optimize processing parameters to achieve quality and productivity goals.
• Troubleshoot molding defects (flash, short shots, burn marks, etc.) and make process adjustments.
• Assist with mold changes and machine setups.
• Work closely with maintenance and quality teams to resolve equipment and process issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of injection molding processing experience (Husky or similar equipment is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of plastics materials and processing principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot and adjust hydraulic, pneumatic, and processing parameters.
• Familiarity with scientific molding concepts is preferred.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, overtime and weekends if needed.

What You Will Bring To The Role

If you have the above experience and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, apply today to find out more!