Process Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Process Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Injection Molding Process Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving process issues related to injection molding machines, hot runner systems, and associated plastics processing equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of plastic injection molding operations and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and monitor injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot process issues including part defects, machine malfunctions, and hot runner system failures.
• Perform mold changes, machine adjustments, and parameter tuning to ensure consistent product quality.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of process settings, changes, and maintenance activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions to recurring issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and production standards.
• Train operators and junior technicians on proper machine operation and troubleshooting techniques.
• Troubleshoot molding process issues such as flash, short-shots, sinks, and splay.
• Assist in performing mold changes and setups as required within scheduled mold change timeframes utilizing process and cycle sheets.
• Perform programming of molding machine robot arms and work cell assembly stations equipment.
• Change-out / purge and maintain material and central material feed systems as needed.
• Troubleshoot mold problems, develop root causes, and provide quick permanent corrective actions or complete minor repairs.
• Coordinate mold set-up activities with production schedules to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiencies.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Join a growing company and workforce that values its employees by offering benefits such as 401(k), dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

Work Environment

Plastics industrial environment with closed doors and climate control. Work with new machinery and equipment in a warehouse facility. The company currently operates in a shared space but plans to obtain the full facility for operations. Shift Details : This is an off-shift position, requiring flexibility with 2nd and 3rd shift hours. Shift : Monday - Friday; 1st : 7 AM - 3 PM, 2nd : 3 PM - 11 PM, 3rd : 11 PM - 7 AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of NA, Indiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Evansville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2025.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.