Lead Injection Mold Technician

Join a company that’s growing, thriving, and built for long term success!
Q2 Artificial Lift Services (Q2 ALS) is a trusted, industry leading artificial lift company with 55 in-house repair and service facilities across the U.S. and Canada. Our operations are supported by world-class manufacturing, API & ISO Certified standards, and patented, top tier products engineered for exceptional performance. We provide stable careers, hands on training, and clear opportunities for growth. Our facilities are clean, organized, and fully equipped—offering a professional, modern environment designed to help you build your career.

Basic Employee Responsibilities
Every Q2 ALS employee is expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner.

• Leading by example by following established Quality, Health and Safety policies & procedures.
• Showing respect and pride for facilities and equipment.
• Being responsible – on time for work and taking breaks during designated times.
• Carrying out other tasks from time to time as assigned by a supervisor or request for assistance as needed.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of Injection Mold Technicians and Operators, communicating priorities, assigning work, and supporting production requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical resource during the assigned shift, providing hands-on support, troubleshooting, and escalation of equipment, quality, safety, and production concerns.
• Perform setup, startup, troubleshooting, process adjustments, and optimization of injection molding presses, molds, auxiliary equipment, and secondary production equipment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Monitor machine performance, process parameters, scrap, downtime, and equipment condition; implement corrective actions to maintain product quality and production efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to team members to promote consistent methods, proper equipment operation, and adherence to established procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance, equipment inspections, machine adjustments, and minor repairs on molding presses and related equipment.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards; promptly address or escalate nonconforming or unsafe conditions.
• Complete and maintain production and quality records, including downtime, scrap, repairs, inspections, and process deviations.
• Coordinate changeovers and startup readiness with production, quality, and maintenance personnel to support efficient operations and minimize downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving process stability, increasing equipment effectiveness, and enhancing product quality.
• Maintain effective communication with supervisors and support departments regarding production priorities, equipment status, quality concerns, and operational results.
• Perform additional duties and support activities as assigned

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a pump shop, machine shop, or mechanical assembly environment preferred.
• Previous experience leading, training, mentoring, or coordinating manufacturing personnel.
• Familiarity with pump components, downhole equipment, or precision mechanical parts is an asset.
• Previous injection molding setup and operation experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of sucker rod manufacturing processes is an asset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment in a production environment is considered an asset.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 65 lbs.
• Ability to work 8- 10 hour shifts.
• Exposure to elevated temperatures, moderate noise levels, and production equipment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and use required tools.
• Must be able to wear and maintain all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Note we do not accept calls/inquiries from agencies. While we thank all applicants, we will contact only those selected for an interview.

Salary : $40,400 - $52,634