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Sales Design Consultant
Huntley, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
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Entry level
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$30/hr–$39/hr
Full-time
401(k), 401(k) Matching, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance
Posted 27d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Perform mold setups, teardowns, and machine startups while troubleshooting molding processes to minimize scrap and downtime. Support engineering teams with automation integration and provide training to molding personnel on standard operating procedures.
Requirements
Requires 2-5 years of experience in plastic injection molding setup and processing with a general understanding of scientific molding concepts. Candidates must possess strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Full job description
Description
Matrix Plastic Products is a quality-driven custom manufacturer of ultra-precise plastic components and subassemblies for medical devices and other mission-critical applications. Our specialties are plastic injection molding, mold making, and assembly. Founded in 1978, we are a company that continues to grow rapidly, offering a generous benefits package, rewarding career challenges, and a collaborative team environment for motivated and conscientious individuals who enjoy working together to ensure products of exceptional quality.
Key Responsibilities:
Mold setups and teardowns, machine startups/shutdowns, assist with maintenance duties, and troubleshoot molding processes within established and monitored parameters.
Document process settings and assist with approved process changes.
Minimize production scrap rates and downtime through efficient troubleshooting and maintenance efforts.
Assist in training operators and molding personnel on standard operating procedures.
Assist with automation integration and auxiliary equipment setup.
Support engineering and maintenance teams during equipment & process troubleshooting.
Identify opportunities to improve process consistency and efficiency,
Assist in continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
2-5 years of experience in plastic injection molding setup, processing and troubleshooting.
General understanding of scientific molding concepts and injection mold design.
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow company procedures and work instructions.
Implement, explain, and defend molding process adjustments
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
Reliability and a strong work ethic.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with robots, EOAT, and automation equipment.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Strong math skills and high attention to detail.
Logical and critical thinking skills
Ability to work with limited direction
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Accident insurance
Disability insurance
Physical Demands / Working Conditions:
Safety: Must be aware of and adhere to all company safety policies
Hands-on Equipment Interaction: Must be able to frequently position self to set up, operate, and troubleshoot injection molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment.
Facility Mobility: Ability to move throughout the manufacturing facility to effectively support production operations across all shifts.
Technical Dexterity: Requires the mechanical aptitude to manipulate tools and perform precise adjustments on plastic injection molds and related machinery.
Communication & Mentoring: Must be able to accurately exchange technical information and provide clear instructions when training or mentoring molding personnel.
Industrial Environment: Work is performed in a manufacturing environment, which includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and typical machine shop hazards
Employment Verification:
Matrix participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
EOE, including disability/vets
Location:
The company is moving from Wood Dale, IL to Bloomingdale, IL (100%) by the end of 2026.
Pay:
$30.90 - $39.30 per hour (Depending on experience)
Schedule:
3:30PM - 12AM (Mon-Fri, and occasional weekend opportunities)
Injection molding, moldmaking, and assembly with surgical precision.
Industry
Plastics Manufacturing
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1978
Headquarters
Wood Dale, IL
LinkedIn followers
1,617
Matrix Plastic Products is a custom manufacturer of ultra-precise plastic injection molded components and sub-assemblies. We partner with medical device OEMs and their designated CMs to engineer, tool-up, and produce critical products for their most demanding applications. Our in-house DFM, mold making expertise, and creative approach provide the firm foundation for validating & ramping up cost-effective molding production with a variety of advanced materials and processes. An ISO 13485 certified quality management system and our personal commitment to quality ensure the strictest of customer specifications are met.
www.matrixplastic.com
Offices: 949 A.E.C. Drive, Wood Dale, IL 60191-1143, US
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