Injection Molding Technician

Job Title: Injection Molding Technician

Location: Corning, NY 100% onsite

Duration: 12+ Months

32 hours a week (4 days a week, 8am - 5pm)

Interview process: Phone screen, then onsite interview

Required skills: Minimum 1 year (2-5 preferred) injection molding experience.

Scope of Position (i.e. projects involved with and role within group):

• Set up and configure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and molds according to experimental plans.
• Operate and monitor machines during experimental and production runs to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve process or equipment issues, including machine malfunctions and molding defects.
• Perform routine maintenance on molds, machines, and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
• Maintain accurate documentation of machine settings, experimental data, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
  
  

Education And Experience (minimum Required For Consideration)

High school diploma or associate degree in manufacturing, plastics technology, or a related field preferred.

Minimum of 1-5 years of experience in injection molding or a similar manufacturing role.

Required Skills

Required Skills (These are skills that candidates must possess):

• Must have hands-on experience in operating injection molding machine.
• Ability to observe and adjust processes and experiments as they progress
• Problem solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Injection molding machine setup and troubleshooting experience
• Injection molding mold assembly experience
• Experience in injection molded optics
• Proficient in SolidWorks CAD drafting
• Technical report writing
  
  

Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership)

• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication/organization skills
  
  

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Job #: 26-00004