Mold Process Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Mixed Staffing and Recruiting is seeking an experienced Injection Mold Process Technician to oversee all aspects of the injection molding process, including mold changes, machine setups, troubleshooting, process optimization, equipment operation, and preventive maintenance support.

This role is critical to ensuring machine efficiency, cycle time accuracy, product quality, and continuous production flow. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience with mold setups, process adjustments, robotics, and troubleshooting in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in injection mold setup, processing, and troubleshooting
• Strong experience with mold changes and machine startups
• Experience with Star robots, Motan material handling systems, and JSW injection molding machines preferred
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments strongly preferred

Licenses / Certifications

• Overhead crane license required or ability to obtain
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain

Key Responsibilities

Injection Molding Operations

• Perform mold and material changes as required
• Complete machine startups, shutdowns, and process adjustments
• Perform full process setup on multiple types of molding machines
• Ensure machine cycle times and setup parameters remain accurate
• Monitor machine performance and support equipment
• Prepare dryers, material handling systems, and auxiliary equipment as needed
• Maintain accurate shift process logs and machine documentation

Troubleshooting & Quality

• Troubleshoot molding process issues to minimize downtime
• Inspect parts during startup and throughout production to ensure conformity
• Work closely with the quality team regarding non-conforming parts
• Recommend process improvements and parameter adjustments
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve scrap, uptime, and efficiency

Safety & Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Follow all PPE, machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and plant safety requirements
• Support 5S and housekeeping standards
• Ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently

Job Expectations

• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Toyota Production System (TPS) principles
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple machine setups and troubleshooting needs
• Strong communication with production, maintenance, and quality teams
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Skills & Competencies

• Mold setup and changeovers
• Injection molding process optimization
• Troubleshooting and downtime reduction
• Robotics and automation support
• Quality-focused mindset
• Lean manufacturing knowledge
• Strong documentation skills
• Leadership and teamwork

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, and position molds and tooling safely
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to work around heat, machinery, and moving equipment
• Ability to safely operate cranes and forklifts
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment