Plastic Injection Processor

T&R Tooling • Valley View, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is a Plastic Injection Processor responsible for following procedures and processes for the production of plastic injection-molded parts.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 1 year experience as a Plastic Injection Processor.
• Experience with sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Attention to detail concerning processes and procedures, housekeeping, and record keeping.
• Diligently attend to details and pursue quality in accomplishing tasks.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and results-driven.
• Proactively promotes safety.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mold changes, install/remove molds, and set up related equipment (robots, conveyors, secondary stations) when required.
• Set up, start up, and operate injection molding machines according to established process parameters and work instructions.
• Load material into hoppers/dryers, verify correct resin and colorant, and ensure proper drying and material handling.
• Perform first-piece and in-process quality checks (visual, dimensional, and functional as required).
• Communicate effectively with quality, maintenance, and supervision regarding process issues, downtime, or material problems.
• Monitor and adjust process variables (temperatures, pressures, speeds, times, cushion, etc.) to maintain consistent part quality and cycle efficiency.
• Identify and troubleshoot common molding defects (flash, short shots, sink marks, warpage, splay, burns, etc.) and make process adjustments or escalate as needed.
• Perform basic machine and mold maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, checking water lines, sensors, and safety interlocks).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance- Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Life (Eligible after 60 days of employment)
• Paid Time Off - can begin to use after first year of employment
• Paid holidays
• Retirement Savings Plan (Eligible after 60 days of employment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED