Process Tech

Process Technician – Plastics Manufacturing (3rd Shift)

Location: Noblesville / Fishers, IN area

Shift: 3rd Shift | 10:45 PM – 7:00 AM

Pay: Up to $32/hr (can test slightly higher) $1/hr shift differential

Overtime: Paid at 1.5x (average 45–50 hrs/week)

Benefits: Available after 90 days

Status: Full-time, Direct Hire

Position Overview

A growing, well-established manufacturing operation is seeking a Process Technician to support plastic injection molding and extrusion processes in a clean, climate-controlled facility. This is a hands-on, floor-based role focused on machine setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, and process support to ensure safe, consistent, and high-quality production.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, calm under pressure, and comfortable working closely with operators, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust parameters on injection molding and extrusion equipment

• Perform mold and extrusion changeovers

• Verify processes are running within validated and approved specifications

• Confirm machine setups at the start of each shift

• Support operators and leadership with process-related issues

• Troubleshoot routine process and equipment issues

• Perform assigned preventive maintenance

• Maintain clean machines, tooling, and work areas

• Document setups, parameters, and tooling used

• Ensure production schedules are met

• Follow all SOPs, safety, and quality standards

• Assist with continuous improvement and process-related projects

• Work overtime as needed to meet production demand

Authority & Decision-Making

• Stop production when quality requirements cannot be met

• Make process adjustments within validated limits

• Change tooling during changeovers or to resolve issues

• Escalate issues to maintenance, tooling, engineering, or leadership when needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and industrial materials

• Clean, climate-controlled production areas

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs

• Ability to stand for extended periods during the shift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Technical or trade education preferred

• 3–5 years of plastics manufacturing experience (injection molding and/or extrusion preferred)

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Comfortable in a hands-on, production-focused role

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Entry-Level / Apprentice Considered

• No prior experience required

• Training provided for candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and interest in plastics manufacturing

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Clean, climate-controlled facility

• Stable production environment with low turnover

• Supportive leadership and team-oriented culture

• Exposure to both injection molding and extrusion processes

• Competitive pay, shift differential, overtime, and strong benefits