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Injection Molding Process Technician Preform Solutions

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Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Quality control corrective actions Monitoring machines Performance monitoring Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering Management Machine operation Workflow management (operations management method) Mechanical Engineering Production safety compliance Engineering process optimization Injection (injection molding) Mid-level Plastics blow molding Factory operations documentation Manufacturing standard operating procedures Manufacturing facility experience Analysis skills Supervising experience Policy & process development Professional development support Training or mentoring plastics production machine operators Industrial Engineering Training machine operators Production monitoring Collaboration with manufacturing teams Cost reduction analysis Manufacturing Engineering Quality assurance experience within manufacturing Quality improvement programs in engineering Full Job Description About Us Preform Solutions, Inc. is a locally owned plastic manufacturer in Sioux Falls, creating highquality, precisionengineered preforms, bottles, and plastic products for the packaging industry for 25 years. We take pride in our innovation, commitment to quality, and our ability to deliver custom solutions that meet demanding customer specifications. Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Injection Molding Process Technician to oversee our machine processors and support efficient, safe, and optimized production operations. This role will be responsible for analyzing workflows, improving manufacturing processes, supporting machine operators, and ensuring our molding operations run at peak performance. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of machine processors across injection molding and blow molding lines Communicate with Processors on various shifts as required; facility operates 24/7/365 Willing to take calls about production issues on nights/weekends Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for efficiency, quality, and cost improvements Develop and optimize standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process documentation Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions Support continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing and waste reduction Monitor equipment performance data and recommend improvements or upgrades Train and support operators on process best practices Ensure safety standards, quality requirements, and production goals are consistently met Qualifications Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred Experience in injection molding or plastics manufacturing preferred Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, workflow optimization, and production metrics Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced production environment What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience Opportunity to work in a growing, innovative manufacturing environment Professional development and advancement opportunities Supportive team culture with a focus on continuous improvement Schedule Primarily Monday-Friday dayshift hours, but may have to occasionally come in to communicate with teams on other shifts. Would need to take night/weekend calls as needed from processors with questions. We are looking for employees that are interested in long-term careers! Employment is conditional upon passing pre-employment screening based on company policy. Experience and License Requirements Blow Molding (optional) Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering (optional) Injection Molding (optional) Plastic manufacturing experience (optional) Supervisory Experience (optional)