Processing Technician
Jobot
Oswego, IL, United States
- Market Salary: $30 - $38 p/hour
- Manufacturing
- Contract
Overtime pay plus full benefits at a growing plastics manufacturer. Processing Technician (Injection Molding). Day shift in Chicago area; full-time, permanent role; $30–$38/hr + OT; hands-on machine setup, optimization, mold changes, and production troubleshooting. - 3+ years injection molding processing experience
- Knowledge of scientific molding and mold setups
- Experience with hot runners and auxiliary equipment (dryers, chillers)
- Able to troubleshoot process and basic mechanical issues
Full description
Processing Technician (Injection Molding) / $30-$38 Per Hour + Overtime + Full Benefits
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jack Campbell
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Salary: $30 - $38 per hour
A bit about us:
A well-established and growing plastics manufacturer in the Chicago area is seeking a skilled Processing Technician to support high-volume injection molding operations. This is a hands-on role focused on optimizing machine performance, improving part quality, and keeping production running efficiently.
Why join us?
Stable, growing company with strong leadership
Clean, well-maintained facility
Opportunity to make a real impact on production and quality
Competitive pay, overtime, and full benefits package
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Set up, start up, and optimize injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment
Adjust and dial in processing parameters including temperature, pressure, and cycle times
Troubleshoot molding defects such as short shots, flash, warping, and sink
Perform mold changes and support tool startups
Monitor production runs and make real-time adjustments to maintain quality standards
Work closely with maintenance and tooling teams to resolve mechanical or process issues
Document process changes and support continuous improvement efforts
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in injection molding processing
Strong understanding of scientific molding principles
Experience with mold setups, hot runners, and auxiliary equipment (dryers, grinders, chillers)
Ability to troubleshoot both process and basic mechanical issues
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jack Campbell
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $30 - $38 per hour
A bit about us:
A well-established and growing plastics manufacturer in the Chicago area is seeking a skilled Processing Technician to support high-volume injection molding operations. This is a hands-on role focused on optimizing machine performance, improving part quality, and keeping production running efficiently.
Why join us?
Stable, growing company with strong leadership
Clean, well-maintained facility
Opportunity to make a real impact on production and quality
Competitive pay, overtime, and full benefits package
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Set up, start up, and optimize injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment
Adjust and dial in processing parameters including temperature, pressure, and cycle times
Troubleshoot molding defects such as short shots, flash, warping, and sink
Perform mold changes and support tool startups
Monitor production runs and make real-time adjustments to maintain quality standards
Work closely with maintenance and tooling teams to resolve mechanical or process issues
Document process changes and support continuous improvement efforts
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in injection molding processing
Strong understanding of scientific molding principles
Experience with mold setups, hot runners, and auxiliary equipment (dryers, grinders, chillers)
Ability to troubleshoot both process and basic mechanical issues
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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