Injection Molding Technician - 3rd shift

Sarstedt, Inc.•Newton, NC

2d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

SARSTEDT is hiring an Injection Molding Technician to help keep production running smoothly by setting up molds, troubleshooting production issues, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met according to the production schedule. The role works in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment focused on precision and quality. It is on the third shift, Monday through Friday from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with occasional Saturday work. SARSTEDT develops, manufactures, and distributes medical and scientific devices and consumables. The family-owned company has operated for over 65 years and employs more than 3,000 people across 13 production sites. Its U.S. operations are based in Newton, North Carolina.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six months to one year of related experience and/or training.
Previous injection molding experience.
Ability to work the third shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, plus occasional Saturdays.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret varied technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables.
Knowledge of database, inventory, and manufacturing software.
Ability to use hands to handle or feel objects and to talk or hear; frequent walking and reaching; occasional standing, sitting, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Ability to occasionally operate a motorized forklift.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Responsibilities

Perform color and order changes.
Perform complete mold changes and set up all molding machinery.
Prepare release paperwork, including product measurements and start-up documentation.
Conduct first-line visual and dimensional inspections of products.
Perform line clearance before starting a new order.
Troubleshoot product defects, contain affected parts, and address other production issues.
Keep machine cards, orders, mold change reports, and process change sheets updated.
Follow safety regulations and report unsafe conditions immediately.

Benefits

Paid time off
Nine company-paid holidays
Two additional floating paid holidays
Two hours of wellness PTO for annual preventative care, including a physical or vaccinations
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Health savings account and flexible spending account options
Complimentary screenings and wellness assessments
Discounted YMCA and gym memberships, fitness classes, and wellness challenges
Confidential mental health and well-being support resources
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
Employee discounts through select SARSTEDT partners