Processing Forman

Processing Foreman – Plastic Injection Molding

Location: Woodstock, IL

We are looking for candidates has extensive hands-on experience with injection molding processes, tooling, engineering-grade resins, and material workflows, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, validate, and optimize processing parameters for new and existing injection molding jobs.
• Troubleshoot molding defects, including flash, sink marks, short shots, and other quality issues, by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of engineering-grade and commodity resins, as well as additives used in medical device and pharmaceutical packaging manufacturing.
• Create, update, and maintain mold processing documentation, including master process sheets, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and related work instructions.
• Supervise, instruct, and support production employees to ensure efficient operations and adherence to established procedures.
• Train process technicians and machine operators on proper molding techniques, equipment operation, and safety requirements.
• Complete production documentation, enter manufacturing data, and prepare accurate shift reports.
• Monitor production processes to maintain product quality, minimize downtime, and improve operational efficiency.
• Enforce workplace safety practices and maintain clean, organized production areas.
• Identify unsafe equipment conditions and promptly report concerns to the appropriate maintenance personnel.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in plastic injection molding processing.
• Strong understanding of injection molding machinery, tooling, processing parameters, and material behavior.
• Experience troubleshooting molding defects and implementing effective process improvements.
• Knowledge of engineering and commodity resins and additives.
• Previous experience training, directing, or supervising production personnel.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to enter production data and complete reports.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to product quality, workplace safety, and consistent manufacturing processes

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