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Hourly Injection Molding Process Engineer Jobs in Wheeling, IL

Lead all injection molding process engineering and processing activities across multiple plastic injection molding sites. * Manage and organize the activity of project specific Injection team ...

Lead all injection molding process engineering and processing activities across multiple plastic injection molding sites. * Manage and organize the activity of project specific Injection team ...

Lead all injection molding process engineering and processing activities across multiple plastic injection molding sites. * Manage and organize the activity of project specific Injection team ...

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How much do hourly injection molding process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly injection molding process engineer in Wheeling, IL is $95,273.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,100.00 and $106,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Injection Molding Process Engineer vs Production Technician?

AspectHourly Injection Molding Process EngineerProduction Technician
ResponsibilitiesDesign, optimize, and troubleshoot injection molding processes to improve quality and efficiencyOperate machinery, monitor production, and perform basic troubleshooting
Required SkillsKnowledge of molding processes, process control, and quality standardsMechanical skills, equipment operation, and safety procedures
Work EnvironmentManufacturing floor, process development labsProduction line, machine operation areas
CertificationsOften requires technical certifications or training in plastics or manufacturingSafety and equipment operation certifications

The Hourly Injection Molding Process Engineer focuses on process development and optimization, requiring technical expertise, while the Production Technician handles daily machine operation and basic troubleshooting. Both roles are essential in manufacturing but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Injection Molding Process Engineer job openings in Wheeling, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,273 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Injection Process Manager

Nemera

Buffalo Grove, IL

$120K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Nemera rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

Company Description

With sales of 700m and 3,300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera's manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

Job Description

Position Purpose: This position is responsible for leading Processing Engineers responsible for the installation, validation, ramp-up and life cycle management of injection molds and molding solutions for medical device components.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Lead all injection molding process engineering and processing activities across multiple plastic injection molding sites.
  • Manage and organize the activity of project specific Injection team: planning, organization of work, definition and monitoring of workloads, monitoring and communication of its indicators.
  • This position oversees process development, optimization, troubleshooting, personnel management, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Ensure the adequacy between the necessary skills and the objectives of the company (quality policy, processes and progress plans): participates in the definition of recruitment needs, assesses its employees, draws up the training plan, manages the integration and training of new hires in his team.
  • Support the development of specifications for injection molding machines, molds, peripherals for preparing and regulating plastics, etc., in accordance with Nemera standards
  • Endorse injection validation protocols.
  • Perform the reception and qualification of equipment, molds and peripherals in accordance with specifications and validation plans.
  • Ensures the transfer of technical files for equipment, molds and peripherals and the training of production teams.
  • Lead root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.
  • Participate in internal project reviews and client project meetings.
  • Support lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Follow all safety procedures including the use of Personal Protective Equipment as required.
  • All other duties as assigned
Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering or similar technical field
  • Minimun 3-5 years of supervisor experience in plastics manufacturing
  • 7+ years of experience in Injection Molding Processing
  • Strong knowledge of scientific molding methodologies
  • Industrial manufacturing experience working in high-volume injection molding
  • Experience in the qualification of complex, tight tolerance injection molds
  • Experience supporting high volume production and plastic injection molding
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO, Etc)
  • Clear and well organized oral and written communication

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

  • Experience working in a cGMP / ISO 13485 compliant manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrates leadership knows how to mobilize individual and collective energies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills using DMAIC methodology
  • Strategic thinking

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Works in an office and clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel

ADDITIONAL NOTES: This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.

Additional Information

Why Join Nemera?

At Nemera, we prioritize patients when creating drug delivery devices, understanding that accurate dosing and ergonomics are crucial for treatment adherence. Joining Nemera means becoming part of a team that enjoys working together and consistently delivers on its commitments. We take pride in our work because it improves patients' lives.

We look forward to receiving your application (resume submitted in English is appreciated). We offer varied jobs job in an international group, if you want to discover more about Nemera, please look at our website www.nemera.net

Know someone at Nemera? We have a Referral Program so, be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position!

POSITION RANGE: $120,000 USD to $140,000 USD Salaried  (This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.)

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Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.


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