SUMMARY The Injection Molding Process Technician is responsible for developing, optimizing, and standardizing molding processes. Their objective is to maximize production efficiency, minimize defects, and ensure that components meet quality and safety standards

KEY RESPONSABILITIES

Process Optimization:

Adjust injection molding machine parameters (temperature, pressure, injection speed, cycle times) to improve performance and reduce waste.

Tooling Management:

Oversee mold maintenance, installation, and removal, coordinating repairs with the workshop or external suppliers.

Troubleshooting:

Apply methodologies (such as general troubleshooting, 5 Whys, or Ishikawa/Fishbone diagrams) to diagnose and correct defects in molded parts (flash, sink marks, weld lines, short shots).

Documentation:

Create and update parameter sheets, work instructions (WI), and mold validation reports (PPAP, IQ/OQ/PQ).

Quality and Continuous Improvement:

Participates in new product validation, automation projects, process standardization and setup times reduction. (SMED).

Safety:

Assures adherence and enforcement to all safety standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's degree in industrial, Mechanical, Materials, Plastics Engineering, or related field.

Bilingual:

Spanish/English strongly preferred

Technical Knowledge:

Extensive knowledge of plastic resins, Scientific Molding and the operation and maintenance of hydraulic and electric IMM's.

Experience:

5+ years of experience working with Plastic Injection Molding including extensive knowledge of machinery, molding equipment, molding materials and molding tooling. Proven experience in parameter adjustment, mold validation, and handling of peripheral equipment (mold temperature controllers, dryers, dosing units, robots and automated equipment). Experience leading teams of process technicians, mold setters and material handlers.

Software:

Proficiency in design or simulation software (e.g., SolidWorks, Moldex3D, AutoCAD) manufacturing ERP systems and data analysis applications.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$24.19 - $28.84 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 45.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person