Mold Process Technician SIGN ON BONUS

Protolabs•Rosemount, MN

10d•$30 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

As a Mold Process Technician at Protolabs, you’ll play a hands-on role in bringing high-quality parts to life through advanced injection molding. You’ll set up, monitor, and fine-tune processes to ensure consistent, efficient production—using your technical expertise to troubleshoot challenges, improve cycle times, and reduce waste. In this dynamic, fast-paced environment, your contributions will directly impact product quality, operational performance, and customer satisfaction, all while upholding strong safety and quality standards. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, continuous improvement, and working with cutting-edge manufacturing technology.

Requirements

2 year technical degree/ tech certification in related field, or 5 years of related experience.
Experience adjusting process parameters to correct cosmetic and dimensional defects in plastic injection molded parts.
Knowledge and application of decoupled molding techniques and engineering grade resins.
Understanding of machine process control, and Molding technology.
Processing of wide range of engineering resins.
Able to be licensed to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane hoist, etc.) – we will train.
Able to safely operate hand held and stationary power tools.
Able to work safely with sharp and heavy objects (e.g., utility knives, aluminum blocks).
Able to use measuring instruments such as scales, calipers, dial indicators.
Able to use a computer and calculator.
Able to read and write in English, and do basic arithmetic.
Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
Must be punctual and have good attendance.
Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment, e.g., processing, setups

Responsibilities

Proficiently set up and start up molds using decoupled / scientific molding practices.
Load material into the machine hopper
Inspect molds for correct set up and check to ensure proper materials are at the press prior to start.
Set-up and start UR robots including auto spray, clipper and grid placement.
Sample molds: Develop machine operating parameters to process parts to specifications.
Perform thorough part inspections to ensure part specifications are met.
Accurately record process specifications onto cycle sheets.
Record current and appropriate documentation in mold files.
Production molds: Set-up machine operating parameters from established cycle sheets.
Process parts to specifications per best practices and procedures.
Perform measurement of required dimensions.
Ensure presses are running correct cycle time and match what is documented.
Request, evaluate and monitor mold modifications and repair through the rework system.
Troubleshoot and correct problems related to mold cycling and mold function in the press.
Suggest or perform corrective actions to correct quality problems.
Investigate new materials and determine molding parameters.
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 quality and safety standards within the department.
Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.
Perform additional tasks as assigned.