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Process Technician - 1st Shift

US Conec, Ltd. and Careers
Hickory, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/12/2026

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US Conec, Ltd.

Engineering Innovation. Precision Plastics. Powering AI.

US Conec, Ltd. is a trusted, global company that prides itself on engineering excellence—creating innovative connectivity solutions that support today's most important technologies. We foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. At US Conec, you'll find real opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact in a company that genuinely cares about its people and its customers. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment, this is a place where you can build your future—whether your interests lie in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or beyond.


Process Technician - Injection Molding - 1st Shift (6:30am - 2:30pm)

Overview

Provide technician-level support to production and engineering activities within the injection molding operation. This role supports mold installation and removal, machine setup, process adjustments, troubleshooting, and documentation to ensure molded products meet quality and performance standards.


Responsibilities

  • Support production and engineering projects as directed by Engineers and Supervisors

  • Install and remove molds in injection molding machines

  • Set up, adjust, and optimize molding processes to maintain product quality

  • Troubleshoot quality issues and perform material or process changes as needed

  • Maintain accurate records of mold processing and change activities

  • Interpret plastic part measurement data and communicate results to the team

  • Follow established quality control systems for molded parts

  • Assist with equipment maintenance and product/process qualifications

  • Additional duties and/or overtime may be required


Must Haves

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a medium-volume injection molding environment

  • Working knowledge of injection molding processes, machines, materials, and auxiliary equipment

  • Experience installing molds and adjusting processes to resolve quality issues

  • Ability to interpret plastic part measurement data

  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and PC skills (Microsoft Office)


Nice to Haves

  • Associate's Degree in a technical or engineering-related field

  • Experience supporting engineering-driven projects or process qualifications

  • Familiarity with quality systems in a manufacturing environment


Join US Conec today and be part of a team that values each other, promotes innovation and growth, and strives to exceed customer expectations in everything we do.

US Conec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics

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