Mold Machine Set-Up / Process Technician

Description Meritec is seeking talented team players in our Painesville, Ohio facility who are committed to pushing the boundaries of interconnect technology performance and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future. Meritec is seeking a detail-oriented Mold Machine Set-Up / Process Technician to set‑up and start‑up injection mold machines and to inspect & perform preventive maintenance on tooling & fixtures in accordance with defined procedures and engineering standards, in support of Meritec’s high‑performance connector manufacturing operations. This position is onsite, Monday‑Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm with overtime opportunities. Essential Responsibilities Set‑up and tear down molds and secondary equipment. Make necessary adjustments on primary tooling, machines and fixtures. Start‑up of production jobs. Approval may be required. Perform set‑up parameter adjustments for major deviations. Perform first piece inspection on production jobs. Make necessary adjustments to maintain part quality throughout the production run. Maintain documentation including but not limited to production log sheets. Complete the machine and mold repair tags as required. Inspect and clean molds after production run, reporting any damage to Tool Room. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications And Requirements High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree, Technical School Certification, or Vocational Training preferred. Injection Molding Process experience preferred. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Positive attitude with willingness to learn and teach others. Proficient in reading and interpreting English‑language documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and technical prints. Ability to operate measuring devices and advanced process control equipment. Capable of preparing routine reports and written correspondence. Strong basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, ratios, rates, and percentages. Demonstrated ability to apply common‑sense reasoning to follow written, verbal, and diagram‑based instructions. Effective problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple variables in standardized work situations. Physical Requirements Ability to regularly stand and walk, occasionally sit and stoop, kneel and crouch. Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Safety glasses must be worn at all times while in this area. Benefits Healthcare benefits Fully paid life insurance Health Savings Account with company contribution 401(k) employer match On‑Site Fitness Center Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Growth and Development Opportunities Positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion U.S. Export Control Compliance Notice: This position may require access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with U.S. export control laws, only U.S. persons as defined by these regulations may be eligible for such access. A “U.S. person” includes a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. Applicants who do not currently meet the definition of a U.S. person may still be considered for positions that do not require such access, or if export authorization can be obtained as required by law. Meritec is a well‑established, growth‑oriented, signal integrity leader and preferred vertically integrated manufacturer of high‑performance electrical and electronic interconnect embedded systems and connectors with over fifty‑years of innovation, serving world‑wide markets with cost‑effective solutions. Meritec and its affiliated companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Meritec