Thermoforming & Injection Blow Molding Technician

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