Injection Mold Technician
ABOUT CONTECO MANUFACTURING
Conteco Manufacturing is a growing manufacturing company specializing in precision Mold Making and plastics injection Manufacturing. We operate in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment where accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork are essential. We invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unlock their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Injection Mold Technician (Setup Technician) to join our Plastic Injection Molding operation. This is a hands-on role responsible for installing, setting, and adjusting molds and related auxiliary equipment to meet production and quality standards. The ideal candidate must have direct experience working with various injection molding machines.
The Setup Technician organize, control, and optimize the production activities to ensure product quality, equipment productivity, and labor efficiency.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Injection molding machine setups and troubleshooting
- Pull and install molds
- Set cycle times, clamp tonnage, size, color, etc. to ensure product meets quality standards
- Connect and verify hot runner systems
- Troubleshoot and adjust machine settings to resolve flash, shorting, pinching, burning or other defects
- Complete insert changes, color changes, resin and regrind changes
- Perform startup and shutdowns of plant
- Assist with mold maintenance
- Complete basic electrical troubleshooting
- Ensure production facility remains clean and, organized and in a safe condition
- Monitor and reduce rejects and ensure recording is accurate
- Conduct visual inspections on product
- Perform upcoming product changes and prepare packaging information
- Safely operate pallet jack and forklift
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Setup Technician in plastic injection molding
- Ability to fine-tune processes for materials such as PP, HDPE, Nylon & ABS
- Experience connecting auxiliary equipment (thermolators, hot runners, core pulls)
- Ability to make quick, effective decisions
- Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles
- Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods of time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.58-$39.67 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you have at least 3 years of hands-on experience as a Set-Up Technician in plastic injection molding?
- Have you worked in the plastic manufacturing industry with injection molding machines?
- Do you have direct, hands-on experience setting up molds on NXH and Toshiba injection molding machines?
Work Location: In person
