Process/Set-Up Technician - Extrusion Blow Molding

PROCESS/SET-UP TECHNICIAN

• EBM Actively Hiring – Immediate Openings Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent 1-2 years of experience or training. Working knowledge and understanding of the molding process, molds, and machinery. Familiarity with all relevant controlled documents, preventative maintenance task lists, and equipment manuals which pertain to operation of all equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Vocational or trade school in related trade 2-3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment using Plastic Injection or Extrusion Blow Molding mold presses. Position Details Employment Type: Full-time Shift: 1st and 2nd shift Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Extrusion Technician to join our manufacturing team.

In this role, you will operate and maintain extrusion machinery to produce high-quality plastic extrusions, ensuring efficiency, safety, and product consistency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the production of essential plastic components used across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

Perform and maintain safe and efficient tool and machine set-up, operation, and process capabilities to meet customer on-time delivery and quality expectations. Perform start-ups including completion of all required quality management system documentation. Troubleshoot quality/part issues by confirming plastic conditions and performing root cause analysis to determine true root causes Verify process parameters prior to start up and assure process is running to validated parameters.

Identify machine problems and communicate to maintenance as required. Use logical reasoning to resolve mold issues. Work with other molding team members to keep equipment running during breaks and callouts. Operate multi-cavity Extrusion Blow Molding (EBM) and Injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to manufacture products which conform to quality specifications, at the rated output.

Perform thorough product inspections and make appropriate decisions relative to product quality requirements. Participate in continuous improvement projects. Document process parameters. Follow all required Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Assist in training team members in the work cell to drive optimum performance.

Work flexible shifts and overtime as needed and maintain reliable attendance.