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Role - Injection Molding Processing Technician

Location - Trenton, TX

Work Type - Full-time / On-site

About the Opportunity

A plastics manufacturing company specializing in injection molding and tooling solutions is seeking an experienced Mold Tech / Processing Technician to support production operations. This role requires hands-on expertise in mold setup, injection molding process optimization, troubleshooting, and working with both commodity and engineered resins.

The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled processing technician who can independently install molds, set up machines, adjust processing parameters, troubleshoot defects, and ensure production of quality parts. The company supports industries including aerospace, defense, medical device, telecommunications, and HVAC manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform injection mold setup, installation, and changeovers.

• Install molds, connect water lines, and set up required auxiliary equipment.

• Load and prepare materials through dryers and hoppers.

• Start production cycles and optimize machine settings to achieve quality parts.

• Adjust processing parameters to improve cycle time, quality, and consistency.

• Troubleshoot common injection molding defects including:

  • Non-fill

  • Surface sink

  • Splay

  • Gate blush

  • Burning

• Process a wide range of materials including engineered resins and high-performance polymers.

• Support production troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and process documentation.

• Maintain safe, organized, and efficient production operations.

Required Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience as an Injection Molding Technician / Mold Tech / Process Technician.

• Verifiable experience with mold setup and injection molding processing.

• Strong understanding of injection molding machines, tooling, and processing parameters.

• Experience troubleshooting molding defects and correcting process issues.

• Experience working with both commodity and engineered resins.

• Ability to work independently and handle multiple responsibilities in a small manufacturing environment.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and production efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating various injection molding machines such as Van Dorn/DeMag, Cincinnati, Toyo, or Arburg.

• Experience with press sizes ranging from 85 to 650 tons.

• Experience with aerospace, defense, medical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

• Knowledge of high-performance materials such as PPS, PEI, and PEEK.

Additional Information

ITAR-registered manufacturing facility; candidates must be U.S. citizens or have valid work authorization documentation required for ITAR compliance.

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Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

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Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.