3rd Shift Process Technician

SMV Recruiting is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in Concord, NC on a confidential search for a seasoned Process Technician in their plastics injection molding operation.

About the Role :

This is a hands-on technical role supporting a plastics injection molding operation with brand-new molding and automation equipment. The facility is clean, climate-controlled, and led by a tenured leadership team that promotes from within and invests in its people. This is a 3rd shift position for an experienced technician who is relied on when equipment goes down. The role is primarily mechanical and maintenance focused (about 80%) with some work on automated and PLC-controlled equipment (about 20%). If you are a molding technician who takes pride in fixing machines, keeping lines running, and supporting production, this is a long-term opportunity with stability and growth.

Responsibilities :

Troubleshoot and repair injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment

Respond to equipment downtime and restore production quickly

Perform mold changes, setups, and process adjustments

Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues

Support automated and PLC-controlled equipment

Perform preventative maintenance and inspections

Lead setup technicians and support production needs

Requirements :

8+ years of hands-on injection molding experience

Strong mechanical and maintenance troubleshooting skills

Experience with automated and PLC-controlled equipment

Ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems

Comfortable working independently on 3rd shift