As a Plastic Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and managing several facets of new mold builds, process development, process improvements, and the associated technological and quality ...
As a Plastic Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and managing several facets of new mold builds, process development, process improvements, and the associated technological and quality ...
Molding Assembly/ Injection Molding/ Plastics Manufacturing Technician
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$21.50 - $28.75/hr
Assemble plastic molded components * Monitor production parameters (temperature, pressure, cycle time) * Perform quality inspections on finished parts * Troubleshoot minor defects and maintain ...
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Molding Assembly/ Injection Molding/ Plastics Manufacturing Technician
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$21.50 - $28.75/hr
Assemble plastic molded components * Monitor production parameters (temperature, pressure, cycle time) * Perform quality inspections on finished parts * Troubleshoot minor defects and maintain ...
Injection Molding Plastics Process Technician
Poynette, WI · On-site
$24.75 - $29.75/hr
Operate and manage plastic injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment, monitoring and adjusting process parameters to maintain stable, high-quality production and minimize scrap. * Perform ...
Injection Molding Plastics Process Technician
Poynette, WI · On-site
$24.75 - $29.75/hr
Operate and manage plastic injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment, monitoring and adjusting process parameters to maintain stable, high-quality production and minimize scrap. * Perform ...
Injection Molding Plastics Process Technician
$24.75 - $29.75/hr
Operate and manage plastic injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment, monitoring and adjusting process parameters to maintain stable, high-quality production and minimize scrap. * Perform ...
Injection Molding Plastics Process Technician
$24.75 - $29.75/hr
Operate and manage plastic injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment, monitoring and adjusting process parameters to maintain stable, high-quality production and minimize scrap. * Perform ...
Injection Molding Plastics Process Technician
Poynette, WI · On-site
$24.75 - $29.75/hr
Overview We are currently looking for an experienced Injection Molding Process Technician - Plastics to join our Poynette Ops team! In this role you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing ...
Injection Molding Plastics Process Technician
Poynette, WI · On-site
$24.75 - $29.75/hr
Overview We are currently looking for an experienced Injection Molding Process Technician - Plastics to join our Poynette Ops team! In this role you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing ...
Molding Assembly Technician/ Process Technician/ Plastics Manufacturing
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$19.50 - $25.25/hr
Assemble plastic molded components * Monitor production parameters (temperature, pressure, cycle time) * Perform quality inspections on finished parts * Troubleshoot minor defects and maintain ...
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Molding Assembly Technician/ Process Technician/ Plastics Manufacturing
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$19.50 - $25.25/hr
Assemble plastic molded components * Monitor production parameters (temperature, pressure, cycle time) * Perform quality inspections on finished parts * Troubleshoot minor defects and maintain ...
Molding Assembly Technician
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$19.50 - $25.25/hr
Assemble molded plastic components as per work instructions and specifications * Monitor molding parameters such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time * Perform in-process quality checks and ...
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Molding Assembly Technician
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$19.50 - $25.25/hr
Assemble molded plastic components as per work instructions and specifications * Monitor molding parameters such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time * Perform in-process quality checks and ...
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing)
Carrollton, TX · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing) Manufacturing | Hands-On Technical Role | High-Impact Position Build the Process. Own the Results. We are looking for a ...
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing)
Carrollton, TX · On-site
$25 - $34/hr
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing) Manufacturing | Hands-On Technical Role | High-Impact Position Build the Process. Own the Results. We are looking for a ...
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing) Manufacturing | Hands-On Technical Role | High-Impact Position Build the Process. Own the Results. We are looking for a ...
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Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing) Manufacturing | Hands-On Technical Role | High-Impact Position Build the Process. Own the Results. We are looking for a ...
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing)
Carrollton, TX · On-site
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing) Manufacturing | Hands-On Technical Role | High-Impact Position Build the Process. Own the Results. We are looking for a ...
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing)
Carrollton, TX · On-site
Process Technician - Injection Molding / Blow Molding (Plastics Manufacturing) Manufacturing | Hands-On Technical Role | High-Impact Position Build the Process. Own the Results. We are looking for a ...
Molding
$15 - $18/hr
Job ID: 16449 Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour Were hiring Injection Mold Operators for a growing plastics manufacturing facility in Turtle Lake, WI. If youre looking for steady hours, reliable pay, and ...
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Molding
$15 - $18/hr
Job ID: 16449 Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour Were hiring Injection Mold Operators for a growing plastics manufacturing facility in Turtle Lake, WI. If youre looking for steady hours, reliable pay, and ...
Molding Assembly Technician
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$17 - $21.50/hr
Assemble molded plastic components according to work instructions. * Monitor molding parameters such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time . * Perform quality checks and inspections on molded ...
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Molding Assembly Technician
Libertyville, IL · On-site
$17 - $21.50/hr
Assemble molded plastic components according to work instructions. * Monitor molding parameters such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time . * Perform quality checks and inspections on molded ...
Maintenance Technician (Plastic, Injection Molding )
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$30 - $37/hr
At Schaefer Plastics, we are manufacturing industry-leading solutions and driving responsible ... We excel in injection molding, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable ...
Maintenance Technician (Plastic, Injection Molding )
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$30 - $37/hr
At Schaefer Plastics, we are manufacturing industry-leading solutions and driving responsible ... We excel in injection molding, producing durable waste and recycling carts, and pioneering reusable ...
Plastics Engineer
Hudson, MA · On-site
$110K - $130K/yr
We focus on plastics molding development, thin and thick wall molding, tight tolerance molding, part joining and assembly. We proudly serve a number of markets including Industrial, Medical ...
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Plastics Engineer
Hudson, MA · On-site
$110K - $130K/yr
We focus on plastics molding development, thin and thick wall molding, tight tolerance molding, part joining and assembly. We proudly serve a number of markets including Industrial, Medical ...
Injection Molding Technicians
Englewood, CO · On-site
$23 - $30/hr
We are currently seeking an experienced injection molding (plastic) process technician. * Qualified candidate will have minimum 5 years experience in a high volume injection molding setting.
Injection Molding Technicians
Englewood, CO · On-site
$23 - $30/hr
We are currently seeking an experienced injection molding (plastic) process technician. * Qualified candidate will have minimum 5 years experience in a high volume injection molding setting.
Injection Molding Technicians
$23 - $30/hr
Description We are currently seeking an experienced injection molding (plastic) process technician. * Qualified candidate will have minimum 5 years experience in a high volume injection molding ...
Injection Molding Technicians
$23 - $30/hr
Description We are currently seeking an experienced injection molding (plastic) process technician. * Qualified candidate will have minimum 5 years experience in a high volume injection molding ...
Plastics Manufacturing Maintenance Specialist (Injection & Blow Molding)
Anderson, SC · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
If you thrive on keeping complex plastics equipment humming, this role is for you. You'll be the hands-on expert ensuring our blow molding and injection assets run safely, efficiently, and ...
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Plastics Manufacturing Maintenance Specialist (Injection & Blow Molding)
Anderson, SC · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
If you thrive on keeping complex plastics equipment humming, this role is for you. You'll be the hands-on expert ensuring our blow molding and injection assets run safely, efficiently, and ...
Responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting plastic injection molding machines, ensuring the production of high-quality molded parts by managing material flow, adjusting ...
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Responsible for setting up, operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting plastic injection molding machines, ensuring the production of high-quality molded parts by managing material flow, adjusting ...
Molding Operator
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14.25 - $17.25/hr
Non- Exempt-Full time Summary The plastic Injection molding operator position operates injection molding machines. The Operator's primary responsibility is molding quality parts to support the ...
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Molding Operator
Lexington, KY · On-site
$14.25 - $17.25/hr
Non- Exempt-Full time Summary The plastic Injection molding operator position operates injection molding machines. The Operator's primary responsibility is molding quality parts to support the ...
As an Engineer 3 , you will serve as the subject matter expert for highly complex, automated plastics manufacturing solutions, with a primary focus on injection molding. This role is responsible for ...
As an Engineer 3 , you will serve as the subject matter expert for highly complex, automated plastics manufacturing solutions, with a primary focus on injection molding. This role is responsible for ...
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What is the difference between Molding Plastics vs Plastic Fabricators?
| Aspect | Molding Plastics | Plastic Fabricators |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Designing and operating molding machines to produce plastic parts | Cutting, shaping, and assembling plastic components into finished products |
| Work Environment | Manufacturing plants with molding equipment | Workshops or factories focusing on assembly and finishing |
| Certifications | Machine operation, safety, and sometimes CAD skills | Fabrication techniques, safety, and material handling |
While both roles involve working with plastics, Molding Plastics focuses on operating molding machines to produce parts, whereas Plastic Fabricators handle cutting, shaping, and assembling plastic components into final products. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers identify the right skills and work environments for each role.
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Job description
Position:
As a Plastic Engineer, you will be responsible for leading and managing several facets of new mold builds, process development, process improvements, and the associated technological and quality systems pertaining to medical molding in our New Britain, CT location. Become a key part of the team implementing actions to enable AVNA to have a world class molding operation. You will report directly to the Director of Applications Development,
Key Goals:
Become a trusted and respected leader. Achieve the System development performance goals on the AVNA Report Card (Efficiency, Cost savings and continuous improvement), assigned objectives related to AVNA strategy, as well as working with the NPD team and Project Management to successfully execute and launch new programs/strategies/systems for each.
Responsibilities:
· Lead new program launches with molded components, particularly with the development and execution of protocols, work process instructions, SIIP’s and any additional technical documents
· Develop robust molding processes through the use of DOEs
· Ensure that new molds are efficient, capable, and maintainable for long term production.
· Resolve production issues as they occur.
· Make team members and others better. Leads by example
· Drives for Total Customer Satisfaction, both internal and external
· Monitors performance by measuring and analyzing results/variances (productivity, quality, customer service); initiating corrective actions; minimizing the impact of variation.
· Seeks to understand all facets of the manufacturing process before implementing change
· Create plans that allow the monitoring and understanding of success post implementation.
Key Attributes:
· Strong leadership skills – ability to energize, motivate and inspire others with “healthy” performance tensions.
· Track record of continuous improvement and cost reductions
· Outstanding communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
· Excellent analytical, technical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
· Follows and promotes principles of “right things right”. Focused on Safety.
· Unyielding quality focus.
Key Skills
· The use of DOEs in process development
· A thorough knowledge of mold design
· Knowledge of Solidworks
· Knowledge of AutoCAD
· Experience with PFEMA
· Experience with PPAPs
Key Experience
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in molding
· Molding process development
· Molded Medical component qualifications
· Experience with machine automation is preferred
Education Experience
· BS of Plastic Engineering or ME preferred