Process Technician (Plastic Injection Molding)

Commercial Tool Group: Commercial Tool & Die, Inc., CG Automation & Fixture, Inc., CG Plastics, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 38,572 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Tool Group is seeking a 3rd Shift Process Technician for their Comstock Park, MI facility. The ideal candidate will establish injection molding processes and troubleshoot issues related to quality and machinery.

Responsibilities include operating injection molding machines, maintaining safety standards, and providing excellent service to customers. This position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience and offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $28 to $31.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years process technician experience required.
• 3-5 years experience in plastic injection molding required.
• Reliable with a willingness to complete job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Establish injection molding process on new tooling.
• Monitor automatic molding machines for quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot machine, process, and quality issues.

Skills

Injection molding experience

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Commercial Tool Group, We Believe That Success Begins With a Strong Dedication To Our Core Values And Guiding Principles. We Are Committed To The Following Values

• Have a Strong Commitment to the Team CTG Family.
• Have an Unstoppable Ethos.
• Live by the Golden Rule.
• Cultivate a Growth Mindset.
• Keep a Balanced Perspective.

Our commitment to uphold these values forms the foundation of our company and further motivates our mission of bringing ideas to life through innovative manufacturing solutions.

CG Plastics is looking to add a 3rd Shift Process Technician to our team, within our Comstock Park, MI facility! Keep in mind that 3rd shift employees receive a 10% shift premium.

The Process Technician Job requires candidates to operate plastic injection molding machines and to be responsible for all functions of process including set‑up, operator, trouble‑shooting, material handling and daily machine maintenance. Candidates must be able to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing facility with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and read, write, and count accurately. We are seeking candidates who are reliable and can work effectively as part of a team or independently.

Job Description

• Establish injection molding process on new tooling following customer standards and/or best industry practices.
• Provide customers with excellent service.
• Run samples per instructions on sample requests generated by customers.
• Inspect parts for quality defects.
• Ensure quality procedures for samples are being followed (Signed‑off customer, part, packaging requirements, etc.).
• Perform operator, material handler, and set‑up duties.
• Provide training to mold set‑up and operators.
• Maintain a clean and safe organized work area at all times.
• Perform weekly PM's with maintenance department.
• Provide processing support for production.
• Trouble shoot machine issues, process issues, quality issues, etc.
• Trouble shoot auxiliary equipment and automation, robot and end or arm tool tooling.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all safety standards.
• Monitor automatic molding machines and ensure parts satisfy quality specifications.
• Answer press alarms to maximize press efficiencies.
• Inspect parts for quality defects.
• Provide feedback on quality findings and report processing problems to appropriate personnel.
• Meet all quality, quantity, and Good Manufacturing Practices to satisfy the customer and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain neat and orderly work areas to ensure efficiency and no safety hazards.
• Review paperwork for proper documentation to comply with procedures.
• Follow outlined procedures, safety guidelines, quality and cost standards are met to maintain the company's mission and standards.

Commercial Tool Group/CG Plastics is a family‑owned and operated business with a rich history spanning 70 years and located in Comstock Park, MI. We specialize in building plastic injection molds, in‑mold decorating, two‑shot injection, low‑pressure injection, co‑injection, compression molds, and prototype molds. The company strives to remain at the forefront of customer service, employee relations, state‑of‑the‑art equipment, and safety.

If you are dedicated, driven, and share our commitment towards trust, challenges, and new opportunities, we invite you to explore the vast range of opportunities we are eager to offer. Join us, as we continue on our journey of manufacturing a better life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of 3‑5 years process technician experience required.
• A minimum of 3‑5 years experience in plastic injection molding required.
• Must be reliable, demonstrate willingness to stay to get the job done.
• Requires a positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively.

Salary: $28 - $31 per hour