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Job Title: Process Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Process Technician to join our team and contribute to the efficient operation of our injection molding processes. This role involves setting molds, starting up and shutting down injection molding machines, and understanding basic machine functions to meet all specified requirements. The technician will also complete basic troubleshooting and escalate complex problems, write maintenance work orders, and document process parameters.

Responsibilities

+ Set molds and startup/shutdown injection molding machines according to work orders and setup parameter sheets.

+ Perform basic troubleshooting and escalate complex issues.

+ Write maintenance work orders for part quality and general machine issues.

+ Identify and document process parameters, including hot runner controls.

+ Maintain the machines and perform preventive maintenance during night shifts.

+ Actively participate in mold changes, troubleshooting, and work orders during day shifts.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 2 years of experience in injection mold equipment setup or operation for Process Tech 1.

+ Minimum of 3-4 years of process technician experience and independent machine running experience for Process Tech 2.

+ Ability to troubleshoot equipment independently.

+ Understanding of hot runner alarms and estop locations.

+ Familiarity with mold functions, machine HMI screens, and material loading vacuum systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with Husky equipment is a plus.

+ Experience running an overnight shift or serving as a lead is advantageous.

+ Eager to learn more about maintenance and processing of the equipment.

Why Work Here

Join a well-established medical device company that has consistently grown over the last decade and is recognized as a Chicago Tribune Best Place to Work. Enjoy heavily discounted meals from the corporate cafeteria, with options available at an 80-90% discount. Work in a secure environment where layoffs during challenging times are not a concern.

Work Environment

The work environment consists of three production rooms, two of which are climate-controlled, while one is not. Employees will rotate between these rooms based on operational needs. The warehouse is hot in the summers and cool in the winter, requiring steel-toed boots or work boots, with shorts allowed. The dress code includes wearing blank t-shirts with no graphics. The facility operates with approximately 60 employees, focusing on teamwork to handle diverse job duties efficiently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MUNDELEIN, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in MUNDELEIN,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.