Injection Mold Set Up Technician

We are hiring an experienced Injection Mold Set-Up Technician for a high-precision manufacturing facility in Buffalo Grove, IL. This direct-hire position is ideal for technicians with hands-on injection molding experience who can perform mold changes, set-ups, processing adjustments, and troubleshooting in an automated production environment.The facility produces small, tight-tolerance plastic components and operates modern molding equipment, robotics, and automated inspection systems. Candidates must have at least 2 years of injection molding or mold setup experience.Job OverviewThe Injection Mold Set-Up Technician is responsible for performing mold installations, machine start-ups, processing checks, and in-process adjustments for night-shift production. This role works with injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, automated take-out robots, and quality inspection tools while maintaining consistent part quality and machine performance.Key Responsibilities• Perform mold set-ups, mold changes, color changes, and machine start-ups• Operate and adjust injection molding machines in a precision-driven environment• Work with automation equipment including robotic take-out systems (5-axis and 6-axis)• Conduct in-process and final quality inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and vision systems• Troubleshoot molding issues such as shorts, flash, splay, color variation, or dimensional defects• Perform basic preventive maintenance on molds and auxiliary equipment• Document production activity in SAP or similar manufacturing systems• Follow all safety, cleanroom, and quality proceduresRequired Qualifications• Minimum 2 years of injection molding experience• Experience performing mold changes, set-ups, or processing adjustments• Strong mechanical aptitude with problem-solving skills• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for 12-hour shifts• Ability to read and use inspection tools such as micrometers and calipers• Basic math and computer literacy• High school diploma or GEDPreferred Qualifications• Experience in medical molding, precision plastics, or cleanroom environments• Experience with automated take-out robots or in-mold sensors• SAP or TMS system experience• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or 5SWhy This Role Stands Out• Direct-hire, full-time opportunity• Modern injection molding facility with cleanroom production areas• Work with advanced robotics, precision molding technology, and vision inspection systems• Competitive pay plus 10% night shift premium• Medical, dental, vision, and PTO• Stable employer with training and advancement opportunities• 2-2-3 schedule provides more days off per monthYou should be proficient in:Mechanical Troubleshooting SkillsPlastics - Nylon 6 Material ExperiencePlastics - Nylon 66 Material ExperiencePlastics - PA6 ExperiencePlastics - PA66 Materials Experience Injection Molding ExperienceTool/Die/Mold Setup ExperienceBlueprint ReadingMachines & technologies you'll use:Injection Molding Machine (Arburg, Engel, Sumitomo, Milacron, Nissei, Toyo, Sodick)