Molding Process Technician-GTR

MANAR INC•Edinburgh, IN

6d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Molding Process Technician oversees daily production schedules and maintains production cycles, temperatures, and timing in accordance with scientific molding processes. The role ensures process efficiency and that products meet customer quality specifications. It directs and oversees the production floor and staff, supports production planning, trains machine operators, establishes molding conditions and safety requirements, and coordinates equipment repairs with maintenance or tooling teams. The position is based at GTR Enterprises in Edinburgh, Indiana, and is full-time on the second shift. The listed salary range is $60,000–$70,000. Occasional travel to training seminars, compliance workshops, or sister facilities may be required, as well as flexibility to work outside standard hours, including evenings, weekends, or other shifts as operational needs require.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
At least three years of relevant experience preferred.
Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentation.
Ability to help the production team achieve required production targets and optimize resource utilization.
Understanding of quality product requirements.
Computer skills and basic mathematics.
Ability to conduct product tests and inspections.
Ability to troubleshoot throughout the molding process to ensure maximum machine utilization.
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ability to follow through on tasks.
Ability to work within a team and demonstrate professional behavior.
Reliability, responsibility, dependability, and fulfillment of obligations.
Extensive knowledge of manufacturing requirements and planning.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Physical ability to operate and repair machines.
Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds.
Ability to wear protective eyewear and other protective gear correctly.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Promote cooperation among and between shifts, the tool room, quality control, and management to facilitate production goals.
Work with the Department Manager, operators, and production scheduler to assign jobs and meet production demand.
Train and assist machine operators, including providing on-the-job and procedural training.
Establish appropriate molding conditions, including safety requirements.
Eliminate the production of defective parts and products.
Maintain appropriate production rates to reduce delivery delays.
Coordinate with maintenance or tooling teams to repair equipment issues.
Direct and oversee the production floor and staff.
Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations.
Handle employee discipline in accordance with company policy.
Perform other related duties as assigned.