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Posted 20 July, 2026

Process Technician Level I (Fitchburg)

Clayens US LLC
Fitchburg, MA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Summary:

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Responsible for determining and implementing best manufacturing practices for current and future production related to set-up, start-up, processing, and maintenance of injection molding machines to satisfactorily accomplish quality and on-time delivered products to customers. Adheres to all plant and OSHA safety policies and regulations.

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Supervisory Responsibilities:

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None

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Duties/Responsibilities:

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  • Maintenance of injection molding machines to satisfactorily accomplish quality and on-time delivered products to customers.
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  • Set-up and start-up of injected molding machines.
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  • Applies injection molding principles and molding theories to troubleshoot and process molding operations.
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  • Performs mold and color changes on injection machines.
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  • Works with Material Handlers and Machine Operators to make sure raw materials within the work cell are readily available.
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  • Monitors machine operation for compliance to all ISO, health, safety, quality, and efficiency standards; analyze and lead continuous improvements.
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  • Works with production management to review and organize production activities.
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  • Collaborates with Tool Room, Quality, Maintenance and Engineering teams to identify and resolve equipment and quality problems within molding cell.
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  • Evaluates scrap reduction techniques within work cell.
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  • Monitors and documents daily process conditions; logging changes and drafting detailed mold repair work information form sheets
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  • Ensures safety, cleanliness, and organization of work area.
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  • Other duties as assigned.
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Required Skills/Abilities:

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  • Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical mindset, reasoning abilities and problem solving skills.
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  • Basic understanding of molding and processing skills.
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  • Ability to train new Mold Setters as needed.
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  • Can successfully act as backup Mold Setter.
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  • Good training and leadership skills; team oriented.
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  • Successful completion of Fundamentals of Injection Molding Paulson Training.
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  • Successful completion of “Technology of Injection Molding – Level 1 Module with Skill Builder Simulation” Paulson Training.
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  • Successful completion of “Implementing Decoupled Molding” Paulson Training.
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  • Successful completion of Forklift certification.
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  • Successful completion of LOTO training.
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  • Highly motivated.
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  • Computer proficiency with Windows, Excel, Word.
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  • Ability to read and write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions.
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  • Ability to work overtime as required.
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  • Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings
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Education and Experience:

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  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.
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  • 1-2 years Injection Molding experience required (or prior external experience).
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Physical Requirements:

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  • Must be able to stand entire shift (8+ hrs.).
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  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
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  • Requires manual dexterity.
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  • Moderate physical demand involving lifting and moving of materials and equipment.
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  • Frequently moves from waist level to floor level.
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\n3rd Shift\n
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Compensation details: 22-28 Hourly Wage

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