Molding Technician

Delrin•Wilmington, DE

About The Position

Delrin is seeking an experienced Injection Molding Technician to join its Research & Development organization as a Molding Technician. The role supports product and process innovation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The technician molds test specimens, plaques, and prototype components for new product development, technical service initiatives, and advanced research programs. The position also manages molding operations and workflow, maintains and troubleshoots equipment, and contributes to developing and evaluating material formulations, optimizing molding processes, and implementing innovative molding technologies and techniques. The position is based in Wilmington, Delaware. Delrin makes acetal homopolymer for engineered and technical applications, with a focus on sustainability; a portion of its products are made from 100% bio feedstocks. The company describes its culture as grounded in Stewardship, People, Growth, and Excellence, and emphasizes safety, respect, continuous development, innovation, adaptability, and excellent execution.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Demonstrated experience in injection molding and polymer processing.
Experience applying Scientific Molding principles and setting up in-mold sensor systems.
Experience operating machinery with both discrete controls and digital HMIs.
Demonstrated ability to operate equipment safely in accordance with established procedures.
Strong mechanical aptitude and critical-thinking skills to identify issues, troubleshoot equipment, and resolve problems quickly.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and share knowledge across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to climb ladders.
Ability to work in hot environments while wearing appropriate PPE.
Ability to bend, reach, push, and pull regularly.
Ability to use manual and powered hand tools, including electric and pneumatic tools.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with single- and twin-screw extrusion, including setup, operation, teardown, and process troubleshooting.
Experience operating gravimetric feeders, liquid pumps, pelletizers, and strand and film dies.
Flexibility to work extended hours as required.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and tear down injection molding equipment, including process verification and troubleshooting.
Document and maintain process parameters to ensure consistent, high-quality molded parts.
Mold parts and test specimens in accordance with applicable ISO and ASTM standards.
Interface with equipment suppliers and mold makers regarding equipment specifications, mold design, and repairs.
Collaborate with technical staff to support R&D and technical service programs, including troubleshooting customer process issues.
Recommend and implement improvements to extrusion and molding processes.
Maintain molding-area workflow, including scheduling molding requests and keeping the work area organized.
Safely operate forklifts, cranes, and chain hoists as needed.