Injection Molding Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The Injection Molding Technician supports the technical process activities of the production plant, including injection molding, plastics decorating, and automated/manual plastics assembly processes. This position supports the team in implementing efficiency and scrap improvements, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with cross-functional departments.

Other responsibilities include supporting continuous improvement initiatives and automation activities. The selected candidate will have a proven ability to participate in technical activities and drive those activities through to production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

● Write, modify, and debug robot programs for injection molding machinery, and write and modify injection molding machine programs.

● Troubleshoot molding technical issues related to the injection molding process.

● Identify opportunities for process improvements through automation and support enhancements to increase productivity and quality.

● Analyze production data and performance metrics to optimize manufacturing processes.

● Provide recommendations to design, production, and quality control teams to ensure KPIs are met, and support the launch of new molds and automation projects.

● Complete required EHS training and follow all EHS-related policies and procedures, including incident investigations, auditing, and assessments.

● Stay updated with the latest machine and robot software, and propose innovative solutions to enhance manufacturing processes.

● Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure processes meet quality standards and specifications, and support quality checks and measures.

● Support and assure daily production goals are met, and lead mold and material changeovers.

● Prioritize the production of quality products, ensuring customer standards are met, and maintain workplace cleanliness and a positive environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

● High School Diploma or GED.

● 5 or more years of hands-on experience in plastics injection molding, including direct-to-injection molding automation, with a proven track record of process troubleshooting and teamwork.

● Strong knowledge of injection molding processes, molding automation, and materials.

● Familiarity with safety regulations and quality standards in the automotive industry and manufacturing in general.

● Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

● Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8-10 hours per shift) and lift up to 30-50 lbs. in a manufacturing floor environment.

WHAT SETS THIS ROLE APART

● Hands-on ownership of robot and machine programming, with real influence over process and automation improvements.

● Personal technical expertise in injection molding is genuinely valued — knowledge of Engel machines or Sepro robots and programming is a strong plus.

● Exposure to scientific molding principles and advanced plastic joining, automation, and assembly processes.

● A clear growth path — leadership and teamwork skills are developed for future advancement within the organization.

COMPENSATION & DETAILS

● Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience (details available upon inquiry).

● Classification: Non-Exempt.

● Location: Confidential — disclosed to qualified candidates upon initial screening.

● Employment Type: Full-Time.

● Reports To: Production Manager.

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OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
VanSpeag Group LLC (VSG) is conducting a confidential search on behalf of n independent, medium-sized supplier in this market. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building and sustaining a high-performance quality culture across a fast-paced, precision-driven manufacturing environment.
Due to the confidential nature of this search, the client name will be disclosed only to qualified candidates who advance in the selection process.

Company Description

OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW\r\nVanSpeag Group LLC (VSG) is conducting a confidential search on behalf of n independent, medium-sized supplier in this market. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building and sustaining a high-performance quality culture across a fast-paced, precision-driven manufacturing environment.\r\nDue to the confidential nature of this search, the client name will be disclosed only to qualified candidates who advance in the selection process.