Process Engineering Technician

$28 - $37 per hour

Sterling Engineering

Buffalo Grove, IL

Job Description

Process Engineering Technician (Injection Molding)

Location : Buffalo Grove, IL

Pay : $28-37/hr

Shift:

6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, 3/3/2 schedule

Position Overview

We are seeking a strong Injection Molding Process Engineering Technician with hands-on mold setup and processing experience. This is not a press-monitoring role, this position requires ownership of setups, startups, troubleshooting, and technical support to engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

Perform mold setup and full tool changeovers
Execute startups and validate processing parameters
Troubleshoot injection molding presses, molds, and tooling
Identify and resolve tooling vs. process-related issues
Adjust barrel temperatures, pressures, shot size, and cycle parameters
Process various resins, including proper material drying and moisture control
Support engineering with test runs, yield analysis, and process improvements
Monitor production performance and provide technical guidance to operators
Document process data and support continuous improvement initiatives

Required Experience and Skills

5+ years of injection molding experience preferred
Strong mold setup experience (critical requirement)
Hands-on troubleshooting of presses and molds
Ability to restart tools and independently resolve downtime issues
Understanding of barrel and screw function and polymer processing fundamentals
Ability to work with minimal supervision and make sound technical decisions
Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills

Scientific molding experience
RJG Master Molder certification or exposure
Experience supporting process engineering or development activities
Experience in cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environments
Background in medical, automotive, packaging, or similar molding environments

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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