Injection Mold Set Up Technician (Process Technician)

Phoenix Contact

Middletown, Pennsylvania

Full Time

Posted May 14, 2026

$90k - $134k· Est.

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Job Description

The Mold Set Up Technician (hiring title: Manufacturing Engineer Technician I) is responsible for set up, heat up, start up, material handling, operating, quality control, troubleshooting, changeovers and adjusting process settings for plastic injection molding presses and related equipment per set up sheet in the plan

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for set up, heat up, start up, operating, troubleshooting, and adjusting process settings for plastic injection molding presses and related equipment per set up sheet in the plant.
Demonstrate problem solving and strong troubleshooting skills supporting injection molding process.
Train and assist shift personnel, machine operator, etc.
Assist maintenance with troubleshooting and equipment repair as directed.
Provide analysis, spreadsheets related to molds and injection molding processes.
Experience in mold care, repair, installation & removal of molds.
Ability to perform cavity/core changeovers, maintenance of all mold tooling in the department.
Perform preventive maintenance on molding equipment (hopper, dryer, TCU, conveyor) and molds.
Ability to oversee, monitor and perform all operations for the entire plastics injection molding department on his/hers shift.
Ensures safety and housekeeping standards are maintained.
Works on and feel safe working on and handling tools up to 2 tons.
Assists and trains others in job as needed.
Responsible for area cleanliness and organization according to workplace standards.
Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Follows procedures associated with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OSHAS 18001.
Follows necessary PPE Requirements for a given work center.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Technology is preferred.
5+ years experience with injection molding is preferred.
Injection molding troubleshooting skills is required.
Working knowledge of plastic injection molding process, plastics is required.
PC and Windows based software experience including Microsoft Office products.
Able to read and understand engineering drawings.
Ability to communicate and work with others effectively.
Ability to work independently and effectively perform with limited supervision.
Consistently demonstrate a positive attitude toward all aspects of work.
Remains adaptable and open to change.
Applies effort and energy to lifelong learning and strive to continually grow.
Embraces change if it will provide future benefits.

Benefits & Perks

Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 14 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short & long-term disability, on-site gym access, health & wellbeing center, on-site café, walking trails, tuition assistance,
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