Mold Operations Specialist

3 weeks ago


Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States Sterling Engineering Inc. Full time

Job Overview: Sterling Engineering Inc. is seeking a skilled Mold Operations Specialist to join our dynamic manufacturing team in Buffalo Grove.

The ideal candidate will have experience operating assembly, packaging, and Injection Molding equipment while adhering to ISO Standards, Health and Safety, GMP, and continuous improvement policies.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a clean work area and uphold 5S Standards
  • Conduct visual inspections, report defects, and package products to specifications
  • Perform mold changeovers and troubleshoot processes for quality control
  • Enter production data into Mattec and participate in Lean initiatives
  • Manage Kanban systems and perform Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities
  • Utilize SAP for documentation and support Production Supervisor as needed
  • Perform Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) on unsafe equipment

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or Injection Molding Machine Experience
  • Basic math and PC skills

Working Conditions: The manufacturing environment is clean with moderate noise levels, and the ability to lift up to 35 lbs is required.

Compensation: $23-$28 per hour, depending on experience, offers a competitive salary for this challenging role.



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