Thermoforming & Injection Blow Molding Technician

1 week ago

Oakville ON LM P, Canada Recutify Inc. Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

The Thermoforming & Injection Blow Molding Technician is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining plastics manufacturing equipment to ensure efficient production of high-quality parts. This role requires strong mechanical ability, technical troubleshooting skills, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate, and monitor thermoforming machines according to production schedules
  • Adjust machine parameters such as heating zones, vacuum, pressure, and cycle times
  • Load plastic sheet material, oversee forming cycle, and perform trimming operations
  • Inspect finished parts for quality, dimensions, and surface defects
  • Troubleshoot issues such as uneven forming, webbing, thinning, or incomplete molds
  • Conduct routine cleaning and minor mechanical maintenance

Injection Blow Molding (IBM) Operations

  • Operate and set up injection blow molding machines, including start-ups and shut-downs
  • Perform mold changes, material changes, and equipment adjustments as needed
  • Monitor injection and blowing processes (temperature, pressure, injection speed, cooling, etc.)
  • Inspect products for defects such as flash, short shots, warpage, or incorrect bottle neck finish
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and process-related problems to maintain consistent output
  • Keep accurate logs of machine settings, production counts, downtime, and adjustments

Quality & Safety Responsibilities

  • Follow and enforce all workplace safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and PPE requirements
  • Ensure compliance with company quality standards and customer specifications
  • Perform in-process inspections and document results according to QC guidelines
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Report equipment issues or process deviations promptly to supervision or maintenance

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 1 3 years of experience in thermoforming, injection blow molding, or related plastics manufacturing
  • Strong understanding of machine operation, mechanical systems, and production workflows
  • Ability to read and interpret production instructions, spec sheets, and basic technical drawings
  • Good problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues
  • Basic math skills and familiarity with measurement tools (calipers, gauges, micrometers)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a production team

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with specific machine brands (e.g., Brown, Sencorp, Kiefel, Aoki, Uniloy, Jomar, etc.)
  • Knowledge of thermoplastics such as PET, PP, HDPE, PVC, or ABS
  • Understanding of 5S, lean manufacturing, and ISO quality systems
  • Basic maintenance or mechanical repair background

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