What are the responsibilities and job description for the Injection Molding Operator position at Integrity Trade Services?
Injection Mold Process Technician - $22-$24/hr DOE!
This position is a direct hire opportunity!
Integrity Trade Services is hiring an Injection Mold Process Technician for our manufacturing client to start immediately at $22-$24/hr DOE! Receive comprehensive benefits through our client upon hire!
Responsibilities:
The Plastic Injection Mold Process Technician is responsible for the daily operation, setup, and optimization of injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and related processes. This role includes performing start-up and shutdown procedures, monitoring equipment performance, and ensuring that all produced parts meet quality standards.
- Start up, restart, and monitor plastic injection molding machines.
- Disassemble, clean, and reassemble molds for preventive maintenance or insert changes.
- Develop and adjust process parameters, including heat profiles, pressures, gate sequencing, and hydraulic/pneumatic functions.
- Conduct parameter log audits to verify that processes are performing within defined specifications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve common molding issues such as short shots, warpage, flash, gate failures, and hot spots.
- Identify and correct processing inconsistencies caused by molds, machines, or material variations.
- Report nonconforming conditions and follow established quality control procedures.
- Perform material and color changes as required.
Location: Buchanan, MI
Schedule/Shift Details: First shift, Monday-Thursday 5AM-3PM
- Overtime as needed.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in injection molding or plastic processing.
- Working knowledge of plastic materials such as Polypropylene and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE).
- Strong reliability and sense of responsibility.
- Adaptable and flexible in a changing production environment.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs on a regular basis.
- Able to stand, squat, bend, twist, kneel, and walk as needed for production tasks.
- Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Aflac, Disability, Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay.
- Year-End Bonus opportunities.
Salary : $22 - $24