Process Technician (Injection Mold)

ZippyApp - Recruitment Marketing; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

ZippyApp - Recruitment Marketing is seeking a Process Technician for a high-tech plastics facility in Fort Worth. The role involves maintaining safe work areas, handling engineering-grade resins, and performing tool and mold maintenance while following QA and safety procedures.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet deadlines and troubleshoot molding issues. Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in manufacturing, familiarity with SCADA/PLC, CAD tools, and ERP/MES systems,

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• 1–5 years of experience in manufacturing/production, ideally in process technology.
• Knowledge of molding processes, machine operations, and production workflows in automotive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with process control systems (SCADA/PLC) and manufacturing software (ERP/MES).
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
• Certifications like CMT, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean, or Injection Molding are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Work with engineering-grade resins.
• Perform basic maintenance on tools and molds.
• Change colors and materials as scheduled.
• Follow quality control and safety procedures.
• Help meet production deadlines and resolve delays.
• Assist in finding and fixing causes of mold/tool damage.
• Troubleshoot injection molding issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Quality Assurance

CAD Software

ERP Systems

SCADA/PLC

Leadership

Documentation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

MES

SCADA

Job description

Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour

Work Environment:

• Modern offices with advanced IT systems
• High-tech plastic injection molding facility
• Some exposure to typical factory conditions (mild odors, temperature changes)
• Strong focus on safety

Key Responsibilities:

• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Work with engineering-grade resins
• Perform basic maintenance on tools and molds
• Change colors and materials as scheduled
• Follow quality control and safety procedures
• Help meet production deadlines and resolve delays
• Assist in finding and fixing causes of mold/tool damage
• Troubleshoot injection molding issues

Requirements/Responsibilities

Process Technician Requirements:

• Preferred but not always necessary. A degree in fields such as Mechanical Engineering,Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline can beadvantageous.
• 1-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in arole related to process technology or a similar field.
• Understanding of Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of molding processes, machineoperations, and production workflows specific to the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with Process Control Systems: Ability to work with systems that monitor andcontrol manufacturing processes, such as SCADA, PLCs, or similar technologies.
• Troubleshooting Skills: Strong skills in diagnosing and resolving technical issues withmachinery and processes, particularly those related to injection molding or other plasticsprocesses.
• Quality Assurance: Understanding of quality control principles and practices to ensureproduct standards are met.
• Certified Manufacturing Technician (CMT): A certification that validates a candidate'sknowledge of manufacturing processes and standards.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Manufacturing Certification: Preferred for candidatesinvolved in process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Injection Molding Certification: Certifications from organizations such as RJG or PaulsonTraining Programs can demonstrate proficiency in molding processes.
• Proficiency in CAD Software: Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics usingCAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Software: Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP,Oracle) or manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Basic Office Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel,PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting
• Experience in leading small teams or projects, including coordination of tasks anddelegation of responsibilities.
• Ability to train and mentor junior technicians or apprentices
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for creating reports, documentation, and presentations.