Plastic Technician

Plastics Manufacturing Technician We are searching for a variety of plastics production positions including injection mold operators, mold set up technicians, process technicians, and more! All applicants with plastics experience are encouraged to apply. Job Description The role involves working with 300-ton Arburg injection mold machines with robotics and automation. Higher level candidates will adjust and monitor pressure, feed rates, and temperatures, and perform quality inspections for flash, shorts, and deformations. This position requires meeting on-time completion, quality, and cost targets associated with the implementation of new injection mold machine setups and operations. Responsibilities Operate and/or setup 300-ton Arburg injection mold machines with robotics and automation. Adjust and monitor pressure, feed rates, and temperatures. Perform quality inspections for flash, shorts, and deformations. Create procedures, work instructions, and protocols as required. Improve productivity and reduce scrap/reject rates through automation, tool/process improvements, effective training of production personnel, and process enhancements. Essential Skills Manufacturing experience operating or setting up plastics manufacturing machines. Troubleshooting various process issues including shorts, flashes, and discoloration. Knowledge of plastic materials and various poly's. Additional Skills & Qualifications Injection mold experience preferred, but any plastics experience welcome (thermoforming, blow molding, etc.) Associate's degree or certificates in robotics, automation, or injection molding processing. Experience changing molds and setting up proper feed, pressure, and temperature. Experience working with Arburg brand machinery. Forklift certified / Crane certified. Why Work Here? Enjoy a generous vacation policy that increases with tenure and benefit from an onsite café offering discounted hot meals. Benefit from two weeks of parental leave and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Join a global leader in the connector industry known for its durable and reliable products. Work Environment Work in a very clean and temperature-controlled facility with current openings on all shifts (6am-2:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm, and 11:30pm-7am). Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.