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Commitment and Career Growth * Comprehensive Benefits * Work-Life Balance * CommunityAt Nordic Ware we have a passion for creating innovative, high quality, American-made kitchenware. We benefit from a collaborative, connected, value-driven culture. For 75+ years our products have enhanced food preparation and brought people together at tables around the world. Our employees take pride in the products we make, and many choose a lifetime career here. Come join us!The Injection Molding Process Technician plays a key role in ensuring efficient, high-quality production by setting up, operating, and optimizing injection and compression molding machines. In this hands-on, technical position, you'll monitor processes, make adjustments, and troubleshoot equipment to maintain peak performance and meet production goals. As a technical leader on the floor, you'll also help train and mentor team members, supporting a smooth workflow and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing manufacturing environment.What you will get to do:· Set up, operate, and calibrate injection and compression molding machines, including installation of molds and auxiliary equipment.· Perform machine adjustments, troubleshooting, and process improvements to ensure part quality and optimal performance.· Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, and inspection of molds and machines.· Sample materials, try out molds and dies, and monitor cycle times to maintain productivity.· Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely to move raw materials, molds, and finished products.· Train and support technicians, production associates, and operators on processes and equipment.· Create and maintain accurate process documents, machine settings, and production data.· Collaborate with quality control and support departments to address defects, tooling issues, and corrective actions.· Assist with shift transitions and communicate key information with supervisors and team members.· Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency, reduce scrap, and enhance overall operations.· Maintain organized molding storage areas, cabinets, and documentation.· Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.What you'll bring to the role:· High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in plastics or manufacturing preferred.· 2+ years of experience in injection molding setup and processing.· Strong knowledge of injection molding machines, tooling, and auxiliary equipment.· Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.· Familiarity with quality standards and troubleshooting techniques.· Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.· Ability to work independently and in a team environment.About Us:Nordic Ware is a leading manufacturer of high quality and innovative kitchenware products. By designing products of superior value, producing them in the United States whenever possible, and marketing them worldwide, we enrich people's lives by adding utility, convenience and enjoyment to the preparation of food.We strive to offer attentive service that exceeds our customers' expectations, to produce environmentally sound products, and to provide a safe and rewarding work experience for our employees.We recognize that a growing return on our efforts and investments is essential to maintain our leadership position. We are committed to ethical conduct in all matters and to earning the trust and confidence of our customers, suppliers, employees and of our community.We value our employees and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including Bonuses, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health and Wellness Programs (including onsite Pickleball and Yoga, HSA with employer contributions and the new Nice Healthcare), Short and Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life, Dependent Care FSA, Legal Plan Coverage, Paid Time Off, PTO buy and sell opportunity, Paid Holidays, 401(k) Match, Career Development including Tuition Reimbursement, Generous Employee Discount, Performance Based Pay, Weekly Paychecks.Nordic Ware is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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