Process Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Process Technician
Job Description

The Process Technician sets up and prepares injection molding machines for production runs, ensures equipment operates efficiently, and adjusts molds and machine parameters to maintain consistent product quality in a plastics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare injection molding machines for scheduled production runs according to established procedures and specifications.
• Set up and change molds on injection molding machines, including adjusting temperature and related process parameters.
• Monitor machine performance during operation to ensure efficient, stable, and safe production.
• Identify and correct issues related to mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on injection molding equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on injection molding machines to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with production team members to meet output, quality, and safety targets.
• Document machine settings, changes, and maintenance activities to support consistent and repeatable processes.
• Follow all safety guidelines and use required personal protective equipment while working on the production floor.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work hands-on with industrial equipment.
• Experience working with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Maintenance experience with injection molding machines.
• Ability to adjust molds and process parameters such as temperature to achieve proper machine performance.
• Understanding of plastics processing or injection molding operations.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols.

• Processing and injection molding experience.
• Experience working in plastics manufacturing environments.
• Comfort working in a hot, non-climate-controlled production facility.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment such as steel-toe footwear and safety eyewear.
• Ability to learn new processes and grow into more advanced technical responsibilities.

Employees join a global organization that offers competitive compensation, structured shifts, and clear opportunities for growth. The company values skill development and provides a setting where motivated individuals can advance their technical expertise and build a long-term career in manufacturing.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hot, non-climate-controlled injection molding and plastics manufacturing facility. Work is performed on and around industrial machinery, including injection molding equipment and related mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The position requires adherence to safety standards and the use of personal protective equipment, including steel-toe footwear, safety eyewear, and other gear as needed on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bardstown, KY.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Bardstown,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.