Injection Molding Process Technician (2nd Shift)

Description

Matrix Plastic Products is a quality-driven custom manufacturer of ultra-precise plastic components and subassemblies for medical devices and other mission-critical applications. Our specialties are plastic injection molding, mold making, and assembly. Founded in 1978, we are a company that continues to grow rapidly, offering a generous benefits package, rewarding career challenges, and a collaborative team environment for motivated and conscientious individuals who enjoy working together to ensure products of exceptional quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• •Mold setups and teardowns, machine startups/shutdowns, assist with maintenance duties, and troubleshoot molding processes within established and monitored parameters.
• •Document process settings and assist with approved process changes.
• •Minimize production scrap rates and downtime through efficient troubleshooting and maintenance efforts.
• •Assist in training operators and molding personnel on standard operating procedures.
• •Assist with automation integration and auxiliary equipment setup.
• •Support engineering and maintenance teams during equipment & process troubleshooting.
• •Identify opportunities to improve process consistency and efficiency,
• •Assist in continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• •2-5 years of experience in plastic injection molding setup, processing and troubleshooting.
• •General understanding of scientific molding concepts and injection mold design.
• •Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow company procedures and work instructions.
• •Implement, explain, and defend molding process adjustments
• •Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel
• •Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• •Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications:

• •Experience working with robots, EOAT, and automation equipment.
• •Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• •Strong math skills and high attention to detail.
• •Logical and critical thinking skills
• •Ability to work with limited direction
• •Good interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits:

• •401(k)
• •401(k) matching
• •Dental insurance
• •Health insurance
• •Health savings account
• •Life insurance
• •Paid time off
• •Vision insurance
• •Accident insurance
• •Disability insurance

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

• •Safety: Must be aware of and adhere to all company safety policies
• •Hands-on Equipment Interaction: Must be able to frequently position self to set up, operate, and troubleshoot injection molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment.
• •Facility Mobility: Ability to move throughout the manufacturing facility to effectively support production operations across all shifts.
• •Technical Dexterity: Requires the mechanical aptitude to manipulate tools and perform precise adjustments on plastic injection molds and related machinery.
• •Communication & Mentoring: Must be able to accurately exchange technical information and provide clear instructions when training or mentoring molding personnel.
• •Industrial Environment: Work is performed in a manufacturing environment, which includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and typical machine shop hazards

Employment Verification:

Matrix participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Location:

The company is moving from Wood Dale, IL to Bloomingdale, IL (100%) by the end of 2026.

Pay:

$30.90 - $39.30 per hour (Depending on experience)

Schedule:

3:30PM - 12AM (Mon-Fri, and occasional weekend opportunities)