Process Technician II

Advanced Molding Technologies, LLC; Circle Pines (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance and dental insurance

Health Savings Account with employer

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discounts and wellness perks

Job summary

Advanced Molding Technologies, LLC in Minnesota is seeking a Process Technician II to perform setup, startup, and troubleshooting for injection‑molding operations. You will mentor junior technicians, support continuous production, and ensure compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and cGMP standards.

Responsibilities include startups, troubleshooting, documentation, CAPA participation, and collaboration with Engineering and Quality to optimize processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of injection‑molding setup and processing experience.
• Medical‑device or other regulated manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Training or certifications through AIM/Beaumont, RJG or Paulson preferred and may be offered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct startups for production runs using validated parameters and verify tooling and process stability before release to production.
• Perform in‑process troubleshooting to resolve molding, machine, and auxiliary equipment issues promptly.
• Perform setups independently to support production schedules and coverage needs.
• Assist Process Technician I with guidance, troubleshooting, and verification to ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to address process or product issues and implement corrective actions.
• Execute proper shutdowns including purging, material changes, and documentation handoff.
• Perform and document work‑cell verifications for readiness, cleanliness, and compliance with standards.
• Maintain GDP‑compliant process logs, maintenance requests, and PQ feedback.
• Ensure changes and documentation updates comply with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and cGMP.
• Support QMS initiatives such as CAPA and change control activities.
• Initiate and track Tooling Work Orders to support mold maintenance and process optimization.
• Provide feedback on tooling, process, and equipment improvements for quality and efficiency.
• Mentor Process Technician I in setup, troubleshooting, and documentation practices.
• Support validation, engineering trials, and new tooling qualifications as assigned.
• Participate in small‑scale continuous improvement projects in production.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Injection molding

Process troubleshooting

Process setup

Documentation

Leadership/mentoring

Quality systems

Data-driven problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certificate or degree in plastics/engineering technology

Tools

ISO 13485 knowledge

cGMP knowledge

QMS documentation

Job description

Reports To: Process Technician Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule:1st Shift (Monday-Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm)

Compensation:The hourly pay range for this position is $28.00 to $37.00. Starting pay is based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. Candidates whose backgrounds more closely align with the position’s requirements and who bring greater directly related experience may be considered toward the upper end of the range.

Position Summary:

Process Technician II performs setup, startup, and troubleshooting activities for injection molding operations. This role supports continuous production, ensuring processes remain within validated parameters, and collaborates with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve technical and quality-related issues. The Process Technician II also assists in mentoring Level I technicians, contributes to process optimization, and ensures compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, cGMP, and internal QMS standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct startups for all production runs using validated parameters, including post-maintenance Tooling Work Order (TWO) runs, verifying that tooling repairs or adjustments have corrected the issue and that the process is stable before release to production.
• Perform in-process troubleshooting to resolve molding, machine, and auxiliary equipment issues promptly and effectively.
• Perform setups independently as required to support production schedules or coverage needs, including both routine and moderately complex setups, depending on production needs.
• Assist Process Technician I employees during setups as needed by providing hands‑on guidance, troubleshooting support, and verification to ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to address process or product issues and implement corrective actions.
• Execute proper shutdowns including purging, material changes, and documentation handoff.
• Perform and document work‑cell verifications to confirm readiness, cleanliness, and compliance with production standards.
• Maintain accurate GDP‑compliant process logs, maintenance requests, and PQ (Process Qualification) feedback.
• Ensure all process changes and documentation updates comply with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and cGMP standards.
• Support QMS initiatives such as nonconformance reporting, change control, and participation in corrective- and preventive‑action (CAPA) activities.
• Initiate and track to closure Tooling Work Orders (TWOs) as needed to support mold maintenance, tooling repair, and process optimization.
• Provide feedback on tooling, process, and equipment improvements that enhance quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Assist in mentoring and training Process Technician I employees in setup, troubleshooting, and documentation practices.
• Support validation, engineering trials, and new‑tooling qualifications when assigned.
• Participate in small‑scale continuous‑improvement projects within the production area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of injection‑molding equipment, auxiliary systems, and process‑control instrumentation.
• Understanding of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, cGMP, and QMS documentation requirements.
• Proficient in root‑cause troubleshooting, process adjustments, and corrective‑action implementation.
• Familiarity with scientific‑molding principles and basic data‑driven problem‑solving.
• Ability to interpret process documentation, setup sheets, and work instructions.
• Effective communication and collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to documentation accuracy and process discipline.
• Commitment to safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High‑school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate or degree in plastics, engineering technology, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of recent injection‑molding setup and processing experience required; medical‑device or other regulated manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Additional training or certifications through AIM/Beaumont, RJG or Paulson are preferred and may be offered through employment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift (up to 12 hours).
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and lifting of objects up to 50 lbs independently.
• Ability to perform transport, installation, and alignment of molds, tooling, and auxiliary equipment that may weigh several hundred to several thousand pounds using forklifts, overhead hoists/cranes, and other approved lifting devices.
• Safely operate a forklift, pallet jacks, hoists/overhead cranes, and other material‑handling equipment (training and certification performed onsite).
• Requires manual dexterity for working with small parts, tools, and precision instruments.
• Ability to work in both cleanroom and general production environments while wearing required PPE and following contamination control and safety procedures.
• Visual acuity sufficient to inspect molded parts and read gauges, indicators, and digital displays.
• Ability to work in hot, noisy, or confined areas during machine setup or maintenance activities.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions, Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), employer‑paid life and disability insurance, optional supplemental insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness resources and employee discounts, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, profit‑sharing program, retirement planning resources, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off (PTO), nine paid holidays, paid community service days, paid jury duty leave, employee appreciation events, and professional growth and advancement opportunities.

Advanced Molding Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on job‑related qualifications without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.