3rd Shift Process Technician – Injection Molding

KAM Plastics Corp • Holland, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Process Technician to support daily manufacturing operations by performing machine setup, startup, troubleshooting, and processing adjustments across all phases of injection molding and secondary operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe production, consistent quality, and efficient changeovers.

Requirements

• High school diploma required (technical training preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills
• Experience processing resins such as polypropylene, nylon, acetal, polycarbonate, and other engineering-grade materials
• Strong organization, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• SPC knowledge preferred
• Ability to work weekends as business needs require

Nice To Haves

• RJG / process monitoring experience
• Injection molding setup and changeover experience
• Experience working with robots, conveyors, and other auxiliary equipment

Responsibilities

• Set up injection molding machines, including cleaning, fine-tuning, and making adjustments based on part requirements and color changes
• Perform processing per approved process sheets and ensure machines are producing to specification
• Troubleshoot molding processes and make processing adjustments as needed
• Set up auxiliary equipment during changeovers (robots, conveyors, date stamps, air tools, etc.)
• Ensure quality parts are produced from the tool; apply SPC knowledge as required
• Identify maintenance needs, perform minor repairs when applicable, and assist with major repairs
• Maintain tool condition and follow tool repair/maintenance procedures
• Complete required documentation (First Article Checklist, setup logbooks, and related records)
• Maintain cleanliness of machines and work areas
• Follow all safety requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures
• Use RJG equipment for troubleshooting where applicable
• Support continuous improvement efforts such as reducing changeover time
• Serve as backup for Mold & Machine Preventative Maintenance Technician as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs

Benefits

• Hands-on technical role with opportunities to develop advanced processing skills
• Stable manufacturing environment with continuous improvement focus
• Work alongside experienced engineering and operations teams

What This Job Offers

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