Injection Molding Process Specialist

HTI

  • Gastonia, NC
  • 1 day ago

    Highlights

    The Injection Molding Machine/Process Specialist will be responsible for supporting production operations, maintaining injection molding machinery, and ensuring optimal processing conditions. This position will focus on diagnosing, troubleshooting, and maintaining injection molding equipment and associated production systems to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGastonia, NC

    Description

    HTI is seeking anexperienced Injection Molding Machine/Process Specialist (1st Shift) with a Tier 1 automotive manufacturer in Dallas, NC (located 8 miles north of Gastonia, NC).

    This position will focus on diagnosing, troubleshooting, and maintaining injection molding equipment and associated production systems to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This position is Direct Hire, Monday-Friday on 1st shift. The pay range is $25.00 - $35.00 / hour, depending on experience.

     
    Requirements:
    • 5+ years of experience as a Process Technician working with injection molding machinery
    • Experience with electrical systems and schematics
    • Basic PLC programming and operation (Allen Bradley, Omron, GE, C programming, etc.)
    • Experience programming automation equipment
    • Ability to interpret machine manuals, blueprints, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
    • Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical skills
    • Experience with Engel injection molding machinery preferred
    • Experience with material conveyor systems and dehumidification systems

    Job Duties:
    The Injection Molding Machine/Process Specialist will be responsible for supporting production operations, maintaining injection molding machinery, and ensuring optimal processing conditions. Must be self-motivated with strong technical aptitude and capable of supporting continuous improvements within the molding department.
    • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair injection molding machines across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
    • Perform mold changes, color changes, and material changes as needed
    • Establish mold-specific processes within target cycle times
    • Read and interpret blueprints; perform inspections and measurements to ensure product quality
    • Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on molding equipment
    • Modify, repair, and rebuild plant machinery and equipment
    • Provide detailed instructions to others on equipment maintenance and repair
    • Wire control cabinets according to schematic diagrams
    • Actively participate in safety programs and promote safe work practices
    • Identify and implement production improvements to reduce cost and enhance performance
    • Support installation of new equipment and equipment relocation
    • Maintain awareness of machine condition and identify potential issues proactively
    What They Offer:
    • Full benefits package – Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, 401k Match
    • Vacation Time


    About HTI
    Human Technologies, Inc. (HTI) has been a trusted partner since 1999, collaborating with leading companies to deliver tailored solutions for workforce management, development, and retention. HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/D/F/V/SO.

     

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