Process Technician in Concord
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SMV Recruiting is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in Concord, NC on a confidential search for a seasoned 1st Shift Process Technician in their plastics injection molding operation within their stamping department.
About the Role:
This is a hands-on technical role supporting a plastics injection molding operation with brand-new molding and automation equipment. The facility is clean, climate-controlled, and led by a tenured leadership team that promotes from within and invests in its people. This is a 1st shift position for an experienced technician who is relied on when equipment goes down. The role is primarily mechanical and maintenance focused (about 80%) with some work on automated and PLC-controlled equipment (about 20%). If you are a molding technician who takes pride in fixing machines, keeping lines running, and supporting production, this is a long-term opportunity with stability and growth.
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and repair injection molding machines, molds, and auxiliary equipment
- Respond to equipment downtime and restore production quickly
- Perform mold changes, setups, and process adjustments
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues
- Support automated and PLC-controlled equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance and inspections
- Lead setup technicians and support production needs
Requirements:
- 8+ years of stamping experience
- 8+ years of hands-on injection molding experience
- Strong mechanical and maintenance troubleshooting skills
- Experience with automated and PLC-controlled equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems