Shift Lead: Plastic Injection Molding

Sanmina Corporation

Addison (IL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sanmina Corporation in Addison, IL seeks a Lead Process Technician to supervise 2nd or 3rd shift. The role develops, tests, and manages manufacturing of permanently rigid, heat-resistant plastics and oversees polymer processing, quality control, and shop floor operations.

Responsibilities include setting up molds, maintaining uptime, troubleshooting, ensuring safety, and training staff while keeping ERP data current.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.
5+ years of plastics processing experience in injection molding.
Ability to communicate in English and Spanish.
Proficiency with basic computer software (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

Set up molds in injection and compression molding presses.
Maintain press uptime during shifts by keeping machines full of material.
Troubleshoot press parameters to produce parts within specification.
Ensure all employees on shift are performing duties up to job expectations.
Maintain operation conditions within set tolerances.
Recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.
Set up and monitor molding machines, adjust temperatures, ensure proper curing.
Resolve batch defects, flow marks, or premature curing issues on the production floor.
Proper PPE and adherence to safety guidelines.
Maintain 5S at the workstation and all areas of the plant.
Maintain and evaluate operator training; keep training records and production skills matrix.
Other duties as assigned.