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Mold Process Technician
Protolabs
Rosemount, USA
Full-time
Mid Level
Onsite
USD 30.38-37.5 hourly
Discovered 1 months ago
Full Job Posting
- Retrieve prepared aluminum molds and installs into injection molding press.
- Secure mold to platen and sets up appropriate mold heating and cooling.
- Loads material into the machine hopper
- Production molds: Set-up machine operating parameters from established cycle sheets. Process parts to specifications.
- Visually inspect parts for surface and dimensional defects.
- Record process specifications onto cycle sheets.
- Remove molds from the press and stage for disassembly.
- Troubleshoot and correct process problems at the press.
- Purge barrel of leftover materials at the conclusion of an order.
- Adhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.
- Maintain clean and organized work area with emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and utilization.
- Continually seek to improve work processes and individual performance.
- Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent. Technical certificate or vocational training in injection molding or plastics technology preferred.
- 2+ years hands-on experience in injection molding operation and mold setup (or equivalent mechanical experience).
- Practical knowledge of molding process variables (temperature, pressure, melt, cooling, cycle time), and ability to read part prints and basic GD&T.
- Experience with basic measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and familiarity with SPC concepts.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in noisy/industrial environments; able to climb ladders and work at heights as required.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
- Experience with mold maintenance, mold tooling repairs and preventive maintenance procedures.
- Familiarity with hot runner systems, hydraulic or electric molding presses, and molding simulation/setting software.
- Experience in a rapid-turn or high-mix manufacturing environment.
- Certifications: Injection Molding Technician, OSHA, forklift, or other safety certifications.
- Basic PLC/robot programming experience or experience interfacing with automation.
- Prior exposure to ISO 9001 or TS/ISO quality systems and formal continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
- Certifications: RJG, Paulson, or equivalent scientific molding training.
- Experience with cavity pressure monitoring and data-driven process control.
- Familiarity with quick-change/SMED methods and mold PM best practices.
- Experience with IQMS/NetSuite/SAP or similar ERP/MES.
- Experience with secondary operations (ultrasonic welding, pad printing, assembly)
- We offer a competitive salary
- In addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- You will receive 3 weeks of PTO, plus Holiday Pay and Volunteer Hours
- 401k with company match and immediate vest
- Employee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate
- Matching grants through Protolabs foundation
- And More!
About Protolabs
Electronics Manufacturing2280 employeesFounded 1999
Public digital manufacturer serving product developers, engineers, and supply-chain teams with custom prototype and production parts.
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