Molding Process Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Molding Process Technician

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Company: Intellectt Inc

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Location: Libertyville, IL

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Employment Type: Contract

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Job Summary

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seeking an experienced Molding Process Technician with mandatory RJG molding experience to support injection molding operations, mold setup, process troubleshooting, and production quality. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience working with hydraulic and electric injection molding machines, along with strong knowledge of molding processes, machine parameter adjustments, and defect troubleshooting.

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Key Responsibilities

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1. Machine Setup and Operation

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• Set up molds, injection molding machines, and auxiliary equipment for production runs.
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• Adjust machine parameters to maintain part quality and meet product specifications.
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• Perform machine startup and shutdown procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
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2. Troubleshooting and Maintenance

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• Diagnose and resolve molding defects, including flash, short shots, warping, and other process-related issues.
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• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on molds and injection molding machines.
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• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve complex equipment and tooling issues.
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3. Quality Assurance

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• Inspect molded parts for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.
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• Maintain documentation for process control, lot traceability, and corrective actions.
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• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.
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4. Process Optimization

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• Monitor mold and machine performance to improve production efficiency.
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• Recommend improvements to reduce cycle time, scrap, and molding defects.
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• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
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5. Safety and Compliance

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• Follow established safety procedures when operating molding equipment.
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• Comply with applicable quality and regulatory requirements, including ISO 13485 and FDA regulations, where applicable.
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• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
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Mandatory Requirements

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• Minimum 3+ years of experience in injection molding or mold setup.
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• Hands-on RJG molding experience is mandatory.
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• Experience operating and setting up both hydraulic and electric injection molding machines.
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• Knowledge of mold setup, machine parameter adjustments, and injection molding processes.
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• Ability to troubleshoot molding defects and maintain consistent product quality.
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• High school diploma or GED.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• RJG Master Molder I or Master Molder II certification.
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• Forklift certification.
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• Associate degree in Plastics Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field.
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• Experience in plastics manufacturing, medical device manufacturing, or high-volume injection molding.
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• Familiarity with ISO 13485, FDA CFR/GMP requirements, and regulated manufacturing environments.
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• Experience with process optimization, scrap reduction, and cycle-time improvement.
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Pay Scale

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Anticipated hourly pay range: $35/hr to $40/hr