Technician - Molding Process - Day Shift

Ultradent Products Inc; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultradent Products Inc. in Utah is seeking a Process Technician to set up and operate injection molding machines for the production of precision molded plastic parts.

The role focuses on monitoring the molding process, ensuring first piece quality, and maintaining documentation and equipment settings while participating in continuous improvement. Candidates should have 5+ years of injection molding experience, a high school diploma, and strong problem-solving and communication skills; the

Qualifications

• 5+ years of injection molding experience as a Process Technician
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a plastic manufacturing facility
• Ability to diagnose faults and perform root-cause analysis
• Strong math and quality measurement skills
• Knowledge of press tonnage and mold damage protection
• Good verbal and written communication

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate injection molding machines for production of precision molded plastic parts
• Monitor molding process to ensure product quality
• Execute daily production tasks per production schedule
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine repairs; maintain process control
• Ensure quality and production docs prepared prior to release to production
• Ensure press tonnage setting & mold damage protection set
• Ensure first piece quality prior to releasing machine to production
• Set up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removal
• Start and process molding machines
• Pull and set injection molds
• Responsible for proper handling and care of all materials, molds and tooling
• Ensure positive work environment and align with company goals

Skills

Injection molding

Process technician

Quality measurements

Root-cause analysis

Mold tooling

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Press tonnage

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Mold tooling components

Job description

Process Technicians are responsible for the proper set up and operation of injection molding machines for the production of precision molded plastic parts. Monitors the molding process to ensure product quality. Executes daily production tasks in accordance with production schedule. 5/8 Schedule (MON-FRI 6AM-2:30PM) (United States of America)General Responsibilities:Actively participate in continuous improvement initiativesDiagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, continuous process control by monitoring and making adjustments to maintain standard cycle times, product quality, equipment performance, and identifies potential maintenance needs/issuesEnsure all quality and production documentation is prepared prior to releasing to productionEnsure that press tonnage setting & mold damage protection is set.Ensure first piece quality prior to releasing machine to productionSet up End of Arm tooling for robotic part removalStart and process molding machinesProgram and operate injection molding machinesPull and set injection moldsResponsible for proper handling and care of all materials, molds and toolingEnsure a positive work environment and awareness of company goals and objectivesQualifications:Strong foundation in intermediate mathematicsStrong familiarity with quality measurementsFamiliarity with mold tooling and componentsDemonstrated capacity to work collaborativelyPrevious molding set-up experienceAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and writtenUnderstanding of molding processing including the nature of plasticsDemonstrated problem solving and root/cause analysis skillsDemonstrated mechanical aptitudeSystematic Molding I – RJG, Paulson, or other accreditationThree years minimum experience in a plastic manufacturing facility as a process technician/set up technicianExperience/Schooling or Degree Required:Experience: 5+ years of injection molding experience as a Process Technician and is able to demonstrate evidence of knowledge.High School diploma or equivalent.Ultradent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a global culture where differences and perspectives are sought after, welcomed, and embraced. We consider all qualified applicants fairly, based on their experience, skills, and potential to contribute to our team. Our core values – Integrity, care, quality, innovation, and hard work- guide us daily. These values, when balanced, shape our workplace culture and ensure that we remain focused on our vision while maintaining a professional and inclusive environment.VEVRAA Federal Contractor: For more information please contact us at [e-mail]