Plastic Executive Recruiters

Injection Mold Tech

Plastic Executive Recruiters  •  $24/hr  •  Pennsylvania (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Job Title: Injection Mold Technician

Location: Telford, PA area

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: WE HAVE ONE OPENING ON EACH SHIFT, AND PAY AN OFF-SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL IF YOU WORK NIGHTS OR EVENINGS

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Injection Mold Technician to join our production team. In this role, you will be the "boots on the ground" responsible for the setup, startup, and troubleshooting of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment. Your goal is to ensure high-quality production runs while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Machine Setup & Pulling: Perform mold changes, install inserts, and set up end-of-arm tooling (EOAT).
  • Process Optimization: Start up machines according to validated process sheets and troubleshoot issues (short shots, flash, splay, etc.) to minimize downtime.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic preventative maintenance on molds and machines; identify and report major mechanical issues.
  • Quality Control: Inspect first-piece samples to ensure they meet dimensional and aesthetic specifications before handing off to production.
  • Safety & Organization: Maintain a clean work area (5S) and strictly adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE protocols.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: 2+ years of experience as a Mold Tech or Setup Tech in a plastic injection molding environment.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with hydraulic and/or electric presses (e.g., Engel, Arburg, Milacron, Nissei).
  • Problem Solving: Strong understanding of the "scientific molding" principles and how variables (pressure, temperature, time) affect the final part.
  • Physical Ability: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and operate overhead cranes/forklifts (certification provided if needed).

Preferred Skills (The "Nice-to-Haves" - ALL OF THESE WILL INCREASE YOUR STARTING PAY, WE WANT EXPERIENCED MOLDING PROS AND WANT THEM TO BE HAPPY HERE)

  • Experience with robotic programming (Wittmann, Sepro, or Fanuc).
  • Knowledge of RJG/eDART systems.
  • Familiarity with medical (ISO 13485) or automotive (IATF 16949) quality standards.

Why Work With Us?

  • Competitive Pay: $24+++ PER HOUR, PLUS DIFFERENTIALS. APPLY TODAY - IF YOU ARE SKILLED WE WILL MAKE IT WORK WITH YOU
  • Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plus a 401(k) match.
  • Stability: Proudly operating in the area for over 40 years.
  • Growth: We prefer to promote from within and offer tuition reimbursement for relevant certifications.
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About Plastic Executive Recruiters

Plastic Executive Recruiters, LLC. is a full-service recruitment company offering recruiting and contract staffing services in the plastics industry. We service all areas of plastics, including profile extrusion, film extrusion, sheet extrusion, injection molding, liquid silicone molding, thermo-formed packaging, rotational molding and blow-molding. We recruit for all salaried positions in plastics companies, including Executives, Management, Engineering, Supervision, Purchasing, Maintenance, HR, Continuous Improvement, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and most other areas.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Year Founded
2005
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