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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

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Plastic Injection Molding Process Technician

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Plastic Injection Molding Process Technician / Setter - 12-Hour Night Shift Pay: up to $35/hr Shift ... This is a great opportunity for someone who wants more than a traditional machine operator position.

Matrix Plastic Products

Sinker EDM Operator

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Our specialties are plastic injection molding, mold making, and assembly. Founded in 1978, we are looking for an experienced Sinker EDM Operator to help run projects through our EDM department. The ...

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What is the difference between Plastic Injection Operator vs Plastic Molding Technician?

AspectPlastic Injection OperatorPlastic Molding Technician
CertificationsTypically requires OSHA safety training, machine operation certificationsSimilar certifications, often including safety and equipment operation
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, production linesManufacturing facilities, mold setup and maintenance areas
Job FocusOperating injection molding machines, quality checksSetting up, maintaining, troubleshooting molds and machines

Both roles are essential in plastic manufacturing, with overlapping skills in machine operation and safety. The Plastic Injection Operator primarily focuses on running machines and ensuring product quality, while the Plastic Molding Technician handles mold setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within the industry.

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MOLDMAKER Plastic Injection Molds

Schaumburg, IL • On-site

ARC Industries, Inc.
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 4 hours ago

Job description

URGENTLY HIRING 2 Positions

Moldmaker/Jr Moldmaker Plastic Injection Molds www.arcmold.com

Join ARC Industries, Inc. Use your skills to create products for the Electrical, Medical and Household Industries. Each day is a unique challenge to problem solve and use your ideas to produce custom high precision steel molds.

SKILLS:

  • Reads 2D drawings of product and molds
  • Able to measure accurately
  • Fit and assemble Injection Molds
  • Disassemble, inspect, evaluate, repair and modify injection molds
  • Grinding tight tolerances .0002 and the ability to operate various tool room machines and hand tools with minimal supervision
  • Ability to manage multiple jobs, communicate with engineering and machine operators within a time schedule

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

  • 2-5 years in Toolmaking or Moldmaking, willing to train the right person
  • Bridgeports & Grinding
  • Troubleshooting and Repair

OUR EMPLOYEES ARE IMPORTANT TO US BENEFITS INCLUDE:

  • Health Insurance Gold PPO, Silver PPO, Bronze HMO options
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vacation Pay
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Overtime Pay
  • TOP PAY based on experience

Company Description

URGENTLY HIRING
Moldmaker Plastic Injection Molds www.arcmold.com
Join ARC Industries, Inc. Use your skills to create products for the Electrical, Medical and Household Industries. Each day is a unique challenge to problem solve and use your ideas to produce custom high precision steel molds.