Injection Mold Process Technician - 3rd Shift

Summary

Operate and troubleshoot plastic injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment on third shift, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency in a manufacturing facility.

Job Details

  • Location: Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

  • Shift: 3rd Shift

  • Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.

  • Employment: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt

  • Work arrangement: Onsite

About the Role

Keep injection molding processes running safely, consistently, and efficiently.

As an Injection Mold Process Technician (Internal Title: Setup Technician) on 3rd shift, you will set up and start injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment, monitor product quality and press-cycle performance, make approved process adjustments, and troubleshoot equipment, tooling, and processing concerns.

This is an experienced, hands-on technical role for someone who understands plastic injection molding and can independently respond to production issues. Your work will directly support product quality, equipment reliability, process efficiency, and production performance.

What You Will Do

  • Set up and start injection molding presses and related auxiliary equipment

  • Perform startup operations on grinders, dryers, and other material-processing equipment

  • Monitor press-cycle times, process conditions, and equipment performance

  • Complete visual quality checks and identify product or process concerns

  • Make approved processing adjustments to improve quality, efficiency, and consistency

  • Document process changes, adjustments, problems, and corrective actions accurately

  • Notify Quality when process changes may require dimensional re-verification or updated visual criteria

  • Troubleshoot injection molding processes, equipment, and tooling

  • Test and inspect equipment to verify safe and efficient operation

  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications, shop orders, and production documentation

  • Complete production, process, quality, and equipment records accurately

  • Operate powered industrial equipment when trained and authorized

  • Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards

  • Follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • At least three years of experience in a plastic injection molding facility

  • Experience setting up, starting, and troubleshooting injection molding equipment

  • Experience supporting basic equipment or machinery maintenance

  • Working knowledge of injection molding processes and mechanical systems

  • Ability to make process and equipment adjustments within approved standards

  • Ability to read blueprints, engineering specifications, shop orders, and detailed work instructions

  • Ability to complete process, production, and quality documentation accurately

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills

  • Clear verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and other technicians

  • Ability to work the full 3rd-shift schedule onsite in Menomonee Falls

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate degree, technical diploma, apprenticeship, or equivalent training in plastics processing, industrial technology, mechanical systems, or a related field

  • Technical certification or coursework related to injection molding or industrial systems

  • Experience using powered industrial equipment

  • Current powered industrial equipment certification

  • Experience training or mentoring other production or technical employees

What Success Looks Like

  • Injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment start safely and on time

  • Process adjustments support consistent quality and efficient cycle times

  • Equipment, tooling, and processing concerns are diagnosed accurately

  • Process changes and corrective actions are documented completely

  • Quality and production concerns are communicated before they create larger disruptions

  • Work areas and equipment remain safe, organized, and production-ready

Schedule and Work Environment

This is an onsite, 3rd-shift position performed in a plastic injection molding manufacturing facility.

The role regularly works around injection molding presses, tooling, grinders, dryers, auxiliary systems, and powered industrial equipment.

Physical Requirements

  • Use hands and fingers to operate tools, controls, and equipment

  • Maintain the manual dexterity required to handle small components and complete equipment adjustments

Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay, Benefits, and Growth

MacLean-Fogg offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial security, time away, and career development:

  • Medical insurance with four Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options and 100% coverage for eligible preventive care

  • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 3.5%, full vesting after two years, and discretionary profit sharing

  • Paid time off and paid holidays to rest, recharge, and spend time with family

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions of up to $1,000 for individual coverage or $2,000 for family coverage

  • Company-paid life insurance

  • Short-term disability insurance

  • Long-term disability insurance available through voluntary coverage

  • Paid parental leave following an eligible birth, adoption, or placement

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial support through Spring Health

  • Four free therapy sessions each year for employees and each eligible family member

  • Free 24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc

  • Tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees and continuing education

  • Professional and leadership development through LinkedIn Learning and MacLean-Fogg development programs

  • Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

  • Virtual physical therapy through Hinge Health

  • On-demand access to earned wages through PayActiv

  • Employee wellness and savings programs, including wellness incentives, equipment rebates, charitable donation matching, and a new-vehicle rebate program

  • Holiday appreciation gifts for employees and their families

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

About MacLean-Fogg

For more than 100 years, MacLean-Fogg has built components that help move automotive and industrial products forward. We are a family-owned manufacturer where people take pride in their work, solve problems together, and have opportunities to build their skills and careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MacLean-Fogg is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact careers@macleanfogg.com.

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