Cleaning Equipment, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Debugging Skills, Detail Oriented, Identify Issues, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Molding Processes, Production Machining, Production Schedule, Startup, Time Management
Injection Molding Operations Technician
A day in your role: The floor hums as you start up your molding line. You confirm the production schedule, dial in machine parameters, and complete safety checks. As parts begin to drop, you watch cycle-to-cycle performance, verify quality, and keep accurate counts. When something drifts, you troubleshoot, make a careful adjustment, or pause to clean and maintain the press so the run stays on target. You collaborate with teammates to hit deadlines and keep the operation moving smoothly.
What you’ll handle
- Set up, operate, and continuously monitor molding machines to meet schedule and specification targets.
- Inspect parts for consistency and quality; identify defects and take corrective action.
- Perform routine equipment cleaning and basic maintenance to ensure reliable operation.
- Follow all standard operating procedures, safety rules, and quality requirements.
- Accurately record production data; promptly report issues or irregularities to your supervisor.
- Work closely with team members to achieve production goals and meet deadlines.
What helps you thrive
- Experience in manufacturing or molding environments (preferred).
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort operating production machinery.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong quality mindset.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights as needed.
- Team-first approach with solid communication skills.
Work environment
- Fast-paced production setting with frequent standing and walking.
- Occasional lifting of materials.
- Strict adherence to safety protocols; PPE is required.
- This jobs requires overtime and possible extended days.
Technical strengths
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Blending
- Heavy Material Handling
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Express Employment - Fairfield, CA