Injection Molding Operator

*YOU MAY BE OUR NEW**Injection Molding Operator**SUMMARY OF ROLE:**$1,200 Sign-On Bonus**Skilled / Experienced Level 3 or 4 - $22 - $28/hr + Shift Differential (Day shift - $1.50) / (Night shift -$3.00)*/*12 hour shift Rotating Schedule - Days 8am-8pm & Nights 8pm-8amEnsures parts injection molding machines and assembly equipment to support production and quality efforts.*Summary*We are seeking an Injection Mold Operator to join our dynamic team in Neuhausen, Switzerland. This role is crucial in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our injection molding processes, contributing to our mission of providing sustainable packaging solutions.*KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:*As an at-will employer, SIG/Scholle IPN serves the right to add to or modify this list to the extent it deems necessary.* Set up and operate complex injection molding machines, including auxiliary equipment (e.g., dryers, loaders, robots).* Optimize molding parameters to ensure consistent quality, cycle times, and minimal scrap.* Troubleshoot process and mechanical issues with minimal supervision.* Monitor part quality, including dimensional checks and visual inspections specific to fitment requirements* Meet or exceed daily/shift production targets while minimizing downtime* Counts and reports scrap produced for Assembly Machines.* Record production data, downtime causes, and material usage accurately in production tracking systems.* Completes daily production reports.* Inputs data into the BaaN system.* Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers.* Maintains a high level of cleanliness of work areas in accordance with 5S and SQF guidelines.* Performs rework, sorting and documentation of held ware.* Mentor and train lower-level operators (Level 1–3) on machine operation, safety, and quality procedures.* Reports on quality and productivity related problems to the QC Technician, Process Technician, Lead Technician and/or Shift Manager* Lead by example in safety practices, housekeeping (5S), and adherence to company values.* Defines work instructions for first piece inspections of assembly equipment.*EDUCATION:** High school diploma or G.E.D required.* Technical certification or vocational training in injection molding is highly preferred*YOU BRING THESE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:** Minimum 5–7 years of hands-on injection molding experience, ideally in a packaging or fitment manufacturing environment.* Prior experience with scientific molding principles (e.g., RJG, Decoupled Molding) is a strong plus* Advanced knowledge of injection molding processes, especially related to small, precision plastic components like fitments* Expert in operating injection molding machines, including starting up, shutting down, and ensuring proper machine functioning.* Advanced experience working with multiple types of resins (e.g., PP, PE, TPE) and hot runner systems.* Adjusting machine parameters, such as temperature, pressure, speed, and injection time, based on material specifications and part design.* Ability to operate multiple types of injection molding machines (e.g., hydraulic, electric, hybrid).*IDEAL CANDIDATES HAVE THESE COMPETENCIES:*We are looking for people who are willing to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances, employees who create a climate where everyone is motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. If you actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged, if you develop people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals, SIG is the place for you. To deliver better for our customers, our future colleagues build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions. Finally, we are looking for colleagues who build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Are you someone who applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals? Are you someone who can create new and better ways for the organization to be successful? If the answer is ‘yes’, come and join us.*WE OFFER:** Day 1 benefits enrollment for you and qualifiying dependants.* Vacation and Paid Holidays* 401K Auto Enrollment and Matching* Employee Assistance Program* Identity Theft Protection Plan* And more*OUR PROMISE*SIG is the place for you to build something incredible. If you join us, you will be part of a globally successful international company, which is leading its industry in sustainability, technology, and more. We think of ourselves as the career launchpad - a place to develop yourself fast with real work, real experience, real opportunities to build skills. You will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic team, you will have personal development opportunities, trainings and coaching opportunities from senior team members. If you show skill and willingness to learn, we'll back you all the way.*ABOUT SIG*SIG is a leading provider of packaging systems and solutions for better. We work in partnership with our customers to bring food products to consumers around the world in a safe, sustainable, and affordable way. We are the only packaging system supplier covering carton, pouch, and bag-in-box. Our versatile technology and product innovation capacity enable us to deliver better for customers, for consumers, and for the world. Sustainability guides us, technology empowers us, but it’s the passion and drive of our people that truly enable us to deliver better.Founded in 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, and listed at the SIX Swiss Exchange.Job Type: Full-timePay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Referral program* Vision insuranceAbility to Commute:* Northlake, IL 60164 (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12