Injection Molding Technician

Computer Task Group, Inc • Town of Corning, NY

16h • Onsite

About The Position

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for an Injection Molding Technician. Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Corning, NY.

Requirements

• High school diploma or associate degree in manufacturing, plastics technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year (2-5 preferred) injection molding experience
• Must have hands-on experience in operating injection molding machine
• Ability to observe and adjust processes and experiments as they progress
• Problem solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication/organization skills

Nice To Haves

• Injection molding machine setup and troubleshooting experience
• Injection molding mold assembly experience
• Experience in injection molded optics
• Proficient in SolidWorks CAD drafting
• Technical report writing

Responsibilities

• Set up and configure injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and molds according to experimental plans.
• Operate and monitor machines during experimental and production runs to ensure optimal performance.
• Diagnose and resolve process or equipment issues, including machine malfunctions and molding defects.
• Perform routine maintenance on molds, machines, and auxiliary equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
• Maintain accurate documentation of machine settings, experimental data, and maintenance activities.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree