Description Matrix Plastic Products is a quality-driven custom manufacturer of ultra-precise plastic components and subassemblies for medical devices and other mission-critical applications. Our specialties are plastic injection molding, mold making, and assembly. Founded in 1978, we are a company that continues to grow rapidly, offering a generous benefits package, rewarding career challenges, and a collaborative team environment for motivated and conscientious individuals who enjoy working together to ensure products of exceptional quality. Key Responsibilities: • Mold setups and teardowns, machine startups/shutdowns, assist with maintenance duties, and troubleshoot molding processes within established and monitored parameters. • Document process settings and assist with approved process changes. • Minimize production scrap rates and downtime through efficient troubleshooting and maintenance efforts. • Assist in training operators and molding personnel on standard operating procedures. • Assist with automation integration and auxiliary equipment setup. • Support engineering and maintenance teams during equipment & process troubleshooting. • Identify opportunities to improve process consistency and efficiency, • Assist in continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department. Requirements Required Qualifications: • 2-5 years of experience in plastic injection molding setup, processing and troubleshooting. • General understanding of scientific molding concepts and injection mold design. • Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow company procedures and work instructions. • Implement, explain, and defend molding process adjustments • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written). • Reliability and a strong work ethic. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working with robots, EOAT, and automation equipment. • Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills. • Strong math skills and high attention to detail. • Logical and critical thinking skills • Ability to work with limited direction • Good interpersonal and communication skills Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance • Accident insurance • Disability insurance Physical Demands / Working Conditions: • Safety: Must be aware of and adhere to all company safety policies • Hands-on Equipment Interaction: Must be able to frequently position self to set up, operate, and troubleshoot injection molding machines, robots, and auxiliary equipment. • Facility Mobility: Ability to move throughout the manufacturing facility to effectively support production operations across all shifts. • Technical Dexterity: Requires the mechanical aptitude to manipulate tools and perform precise adjustments on plastic injection molds and related machinery. • Communication & Mentoring: Must be able to accurately exchange technical information and provide clear instructions when training or mentoring molding personnel. • Industrial Environment: Work is performed in a manufacturing environment, which includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and typical machine shop hazards Employment Verification: Matrix participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EOE, including disability/vets Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws Know Your Rights Location: The company is moving from Wood Dale, IL to Bloomingdale, IL (100%) by the end of 2026. Pay: $30.90 - $39.30 per hour (Depending on experience) Schedule: 3:30PM - 12AM (Mon-Fri, and occasional weekend opportunities)