Process Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Process TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Process Technician sets up, operates, and maintains injection molding and facility equipment in a clean manufacturing environment, ensuring efficient production, consistent quality, and reliable equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Set up injection molding equipment, including Toyo and Arburg injection molding presses and associated robotics, according to production requirements and specifications.
• Configure and prepare facility equipment to support injection molding operations and maintain optimal production flow.
• Set up and operate injection molding machinery within designated cells, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent operation.
• Perform mold changeovers, including safely removing and installing molds from racks and machines to meet production schedules.
• Use sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move molds and related equipment from racks and storage areas to production cells.
• Maintain and execute preventative maintenance programs on all facility equipment to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Conduct routine inspections of molds, machines, and finished plastic parts to verify quality and adherence to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and production documentation to ensure correct setup, operation, and quality standards.
• Monitor machine operation, identify potential issues, and make adjustments to maintain process stability and product quality.
• Follow established safety procedures and quality standards throughout all setup, operation, and maintenance activities.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with injection molding processes or in a similar process technician role.
• Hands-on experience setting up and operating injection molding machines, including Toyo and Arburg presses.
• Proficiency in mold setup and changeover for plastic injection molding operations.
• Demonstrated ability to complete consistent preventative maintenance tasks on manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Experience operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts to safely move molds and equipment.
• Strong understanding of machine operation within injection molding cells, including start-up, shutdown, and adjustment procedures.
• Ability to perform inspections of plastic parts and equipment to ensure quality standards are met.
• Capability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation related to molds and production requirements.
• Knowledge of basic quality principles as they apply to injection molding and plastics manufacturing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in plastics manufacturing or mold-related production environments.
• Familiarity with robotics integrated with injection molding presses.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to equipment setup and maintenance.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to established procedures.
• Ability to work effectively on second or third shift in a production environment.

Why Work Here? Employees enjoy a stable, supportive culture where many team members have built long-term careers of 10 years or more. The organization offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan, providing strong support for both health and financial well-being. The environment emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and long-term growth opportunities. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a clean injection mold manufacturing facility, working on either second shift (2:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m.) or third shift (10:30 p.m. 7:00 a.m.). The work involves frequent interaction with injection molding presses, robotics, molds, and forklifts in a structured production cell environment. Employees follow standard safety practices and operate within a well-maintained, organized facility focused on high-quality plastics manufacturing.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.