Process Technician- Blow Mold (3rd Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Process Technician

Shift : 3rd Shift : 10 : 30 PM – 6 : 30 AM

Location : Batavia, IL

Hire Type : Direct Hire

Salary : $68k-$70k / yr.

Sterling Engineering is hiring Process Technicians to injection and blow molding operations. These are full-time positions on 2nd and 3rd shift. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with blow molding (required) and ideally 5+ years in a similar role. Candidates with 3+ years of solid, consistent experience at one company will also be considered.

Job Duties :

Set up and operate injection and blow molding machines, molds, fixtures, and auxiliary equipment.

Ensure machines are running safely and producing parts to quality and productivity standards.

Communicate effectively with managers and coworkers regarding process issues.

Coordinate with labor leads to ensure full machine and labor utilization.

Recommend improvements to equipment and production methods.

Report malfunctions and support minor maintenance / setup functions.

Train and guide material handlers as needed.

Stay current on process technology and in-house systems.

Follow Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) and all company safety policies.

Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in pneumatics, hydraulics, or plastics a plus.

Must have blow molding experience; injection molding experience is a bonus.

Ideally 5+ years of experience; 3+ years at a single company with solid experience will be considered.

Understanding of standard process control, startup / shutdown procedures, and mechanical principles.

Familiarity with grinders, chillers, scales, dryers, and other related tools.

Ability to read manuals, follow instructions, and write basic reports.

Comfortable with measurements and performing basic math functions.