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Plastic Injection Mold Technicians, 2nd Shift

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Augustine Plastics Inc.

Somerset, PA (In Person)

$52,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 6 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

As a Plastic Injection Mold Setup Technician, 2nd Shift with Augustine Plastics, Inc. (API) , you will use your minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on plastic injection mold setup experience and strong knowledge of machinery and equipment, including automation, to play a key role in the production of plastic parts and components for the Medical and Aerospace industries and more. Monday to Friday , 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM with shift premium pay ( training period shift TBD, either 1st Shift 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM or 3rd Shift, 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM) . Comprehensive Benefits Package! To learn about Augustine Plastics, visit www.admapi.com.
Responsibilities/Duties:
Follow Work Instructions to set up and change over injection molding machines, automation, and auxiliary equipment for different jobs. Maintain optimum molding processes. Perform material handling/storage, and other miscellaneous jobs. Evaluate parts per Molding and Finishing Guidelines and perform process validation on all start-up parts. Enter required information on IQMS RTStation operator panel. Establish process control plans per customer requirements. Maintain setup records. Identify and recommend parts and accessories that need to be ordered. Provide operator training as required. Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Hands-on Plastic Injection Mold Setup experience, which includes mold setups, startups, processing, troubleshooting, and removal Strong knowledge of machinery and equipment including automation Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills Strong knowledge of resins and materials Manufacturing experience Heavy lifting Ability to use hoists or overhead cranes to maneuver and set up tooling weights of up to approximately 15,000 lbs. Strong attention to detail
Negative Panel Drug Test Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of the following machinery and equipment preferred: Conair® Silo, hot stampers, ultrasonic welders, control systems, chiller, robots, forklift, scales, building hydraulic hose, building water hose, hopper loaders, parts separator, dryers, new molds, and miscellaneous equipment Experience with multimeters, air tools, hand tools, power tools, test equipment, gauges, scales, gantries, and hoists Experience with ERP/MRP software Valid forklift operator's license
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or GED required Plastics Technologist Certification or Associate degree in Plastics Technology highly preferred Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on plastic injection mold setup experience required Willing to train the right candidate with extensive mechanical and machinery experience
Top Perks & Benefits:
Holidays Off with Pay Comprehensive Benefits Package (listed below)
Promote-from-Within Opportunities Benefits:
Paid Time Off (PTO) Program Paid Holidays Medical and Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Supplemental Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with
Company Safe Harbor Match Annual Attendance/Holiday Bonus Eligibility Life Insurance Option Fitness Center Membership, Corporate Discount Wellness Center Membership, Corporate Discount Schedule:
Monday to Friday 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM Training on either 1st Shift or 3rd Shift, TBD Shift premium pay Occasional overtime as needed Ability to commute/relocate: Somerset, PA 15501: Reliably commute, or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Pay:
$20.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have setting up injection molds? Does your experience include injection mold setups, startups, processing, troubleshooting, and removal of injection molds? Can you commit to working 2nd shift (after a training period on 1st shift)?
Work Location:
In person

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