• Injection Mold Technician

    Aerotek (Des Plaines, IL)


    Job Title: Injection Mold Technician

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled Injection Mold Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating injection molding machines, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting process issues, and ensuring the smooth operation of auxiliary molding equipment.

    Responsibilities

    + Set up and run injection molding machines, following all basic process steps.

    + Remove and set up molds in injection molding machines.

    + Monitor and run auxiliary molding equipment such as grinders, chillers, loaders, and robots.

    + Troubleshoot and repair equipment and process issues.

    + Perform preventative maintenance on machinery.

    + Communicate actions and problem resolution to the next shift.

    + Work from specifications and blueprint drawings.

    + Replace defective components in injection molding machines and other equipment.

    + Move, install, and adjust appliances, fixtures, motors, and other electrical/mechanical equipment for safety.

    + Request assistance for any problems beyond your area of knowledge or expertise.

    + Use a variety of hand and power tools.

    + Follow detailed instructions from others or written format.

    + Make routine checks on equipment, document status, and complete necessary reports.

    + Adhere to safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures.

    + Actively report any safety, environmental, or quality concerns.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in industrial maintenance.

    + Electrical skills with 3 phase motors, 240-480V, and relays.

    + Mechanical skills with pumps, motors, belts, and pulleys.

    + Ability to read and write English at an appropriate level to perform essential duties.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with plastics, preferably injection or extrusion molding.

    + Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Our company offers direct placement opportunities and has recently expanded as part of a larger corporation. We work with major clients and provide good benefits, creating a stable and supportive work environment.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This is a long-term position on the 3rd shift from 10pm to 6am, with occasional Saturday work. The plastic environment can be hot near the machines, especially with six new machines/lines being added. The dress code includes steel toes, jeans, and a work shirt. Employees receive a 30-minute paid lunch break.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

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

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $37.50/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 Des Plaines,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 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.